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Katherine is an energetic, confident student who is not afraid to stand up in front of the class and read her essay aloud. She trusts that even if others don't agree with her point of view, they will still value her as a person and a friend. These traits show that Katherine has positive a) social health. b) intellectual health. c) physical health. d) emotional health

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D

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Major public health achievements of the 20th century include a) pharmaceutical products. b) mental health counseling c) lower birth rates. d) workplace safety.

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D

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All of the following factors play a role in health disparities EXCEPT a) geographic location. b) economic status. c) inadequate health insurance. d) procrastination.

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D

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When a person has support from others to change a behavior, this is an example of a(n) a) contributing factor. b) predisposing factor. c) reinforcing factor. d) contributing factor.

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C

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A disease that begins slowly, progresses over a period of time, and that may resist treatment is a(n) a) hereditary disease. b) acute disease. c) behavioral disease. d) chronic disease.

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D

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One of the most important goals of Healthy People 2020 is to a) increase funding for research on certain diseases such as cancer and diabetes. b) eliminate health disparities and improve the health of all population groups. c) reduce health care costs for all Americans. d) increase the number of public health departments in every state.

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B

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Eve is always upset about something, and it seems that she is never really happy. Her mental outlook is likely to adversely affect a) mainly her emotional health. b) mainly her social health. c) all six dimensions of her health. d) mainly her physical health.

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C

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An adolescent smoker might think lung cancer happens only to old people. This is an example of which factor of the health belief model? a) Perceived susceptibility b) Perceived barriers c) Perceived seriousness d) Perceived benefits

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A

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Family health background and the behaviors of family members are examples of a) predisposing factors. b) reinforcing factors. c) enabling factors. d) motivational factors.

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A

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Which health model views diseases and health problems as the result of a person's interaction with his or her social and physical environment? a) Medical model b) Environmental model c) Public health model d) Social model

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C

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Which of the following did NOT contribute to increased life expectancy in the early 20th century? a) vaccinations b) More doctors in metropolitan areas c) Antibiotics d) Improved sanitation

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B

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The model of health that is concerned with curing disease affecting a particular tissue or organ is the a) medical model. b) holistic model. c) surgical model. d) public health model.

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A

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The positive aspects of a person's life, such being satisfied with life in general and having positive emotions, determines one's sense of a) well-being. b) health. c) progress d) change.

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A

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The process of taking small individual steps toward a behavior change goal is a) shaping. b) preparation c) action. d) journaling

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A

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Which strategy is used by many athletes to visualize the attainment of goals? a) Vicarious performance b) Imagined rehearsal c) Coaching d) Athletic imagery

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B

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Young adults (15-24) are most likely to die from a) cancer. b) heart disease. c) homicide. d) accidents

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D

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Jim was successful at meeting his exercise goal and rewarded himself by taking a three-day vacation at a golf resort. This is an example of a a) negative behavior. b) reinforcing behavior. c) covert behavior. d) manipulative behavior.

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B

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Having unprotected sex is considered a a) medical treatment. b) health promotion. c) risk behavior. d) health disparities.

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C

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Beth works part time as a waitress and receives no health insurance benefits from her employer. She purchased a catastrophic injury insurance plan, which provides coverage for hospitalization costs in the event of an accident or injury. Beth is a) underinsured. b) uninsured. c) limited insured. d) overinsured.

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A

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Which of the following is an essential prerequisite for changing a behavior? a) Deciding on several rewards for making the change b) Asking friends for advice c) Changing environmental obstacles d) Wanting to change

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D

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A set fee that an insurance plan requires that patients pay at the time of service (per office visit or prescription) is the a) coinsurance. b) premium. c) copayment. d) copayment.

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C

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Herbs were the original sources for compounds found in around 25 percent of the pharmaceutical drugs used today. a) True b) False

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A

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Which term describes treatments that are outside the realm of traditional Western medicine and are used in place of conventional treatments? a) Alternative b) Integrative c) Complementary d) Functional

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A

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Which of the following statements is NOT true about costs in the U.S. health care system? a) The U.S. spends more on health care than any other nation. b) Growing rates of obesity are pushing costs higher. c) Overtreatment is an issue. d) New technologies are lowering costs.

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D

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If a product is labeled "natural," you may assume that it is safe. a) True b) False

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B

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The majority of health care dollars in the United States are spent on a) prescription drugs. b) professional services. c) nursing home care. d) government administration.

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D

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While you were an exchange student in Germany, you became mildly depressed because you missed your family back home. The doctor there treated you with the natural product a) echinacea. b) flaxseed. c) ginseng. d) ginkgo biloba.

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D

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Ayurveda refers to a) a system that views disease as a disruption of natural healing processes. b) a practice based on manipulation of the spinal column and other structures. c) a practice based on the principle of "like cures like." d) a holistic treatment approach based on vital energies.

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D

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A CAM therapy that is a manipulative practice used for relaxation, stress relief, pain management, and injury recovery is a) yoga. b) meditation. c) naturopathy. d) massage.

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D

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A payment made to an insurance company, usually on a monthly basis, to cover the cost of an insurance policy is the a) waiting period. b) deductible. c) lifetime limit. d) premium.

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D

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Rich lives in close quarters with 30 fraternity brothers, so which supplement might be helpful for him to take to prevent getting sick from a cold or the flu? a) Zinc b) Echinacea c) Ginseng d) Ginkgo biloba

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B

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Your right eye has become very red and swollen and you suspect a possible infection. With whom should you make an appointment for treatment? a) Optician b) Physician assistant c) Ophthalmologist d) Optometrist

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C

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The 2010 Affordable Care Act (ACA) was designed to do all of the following EXCEPT a) address the cost of health care. b) improve the overall quality of health care. c) deny health care coverage to those with preexisting conditions. d) improve access to health care.

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C

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Drugs that can be purchased without a prescription as part of self-care are a) brand-name drugs. b) formulary drugs. c) generic drugs. d) over-the-counter drugs.

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D

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A patient is entitled to have access to all of his or her medical records. a) True b) False

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A

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Which scientific field studies interrelationships among behavioral, neural, endocrine, and immune processes? a) Mind-body medicine b) Psychiatric immunology c) Psychoneuroimmunology d) Psychology

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C

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In Ayurvedic medicine, patients are diagnosed according to vital energies, which determine the treatments that are likely to work best. These vital energies are known as a) chakras b) doshas c) auras d) meridians

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B

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Chiropractic medicine is based on the idea that a) health is defined as having the proper balance of vital energy or life force. b) soft-tissue manipulation can be used for a wide variety of healing purposes. c) equal emphasis on body, mind, and spirit is essential to restore harmony. d) energy flows through the spine via nerves, and if the spine is not properly aligned the energy is disrupted.

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D

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Conventional Western medical practice is known as a) homeopathic medicine. b) holistic medicine. c) naturopathic medicine. d) allopathic medicine.

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D

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Under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), a person can be denied health coverage for a preexisting condition. a) True b) False

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B

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Drugs contained in household cleaning products, paints, glues, and pesticides are examples of a) commercial drugs. b) nonregulated drugs. c) common drugs. d) recreational drugs.

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A

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The effects of fetal alcohol syndrome include a) Down's syndrome. b) mental retardation. c) passive and calm behavior. d) abnormally large head size.

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B

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Marijuana smoke and tobacco smoke both contain dangerous substances known as a) stimulants. b) depressants. c) hallucinogens. d) carcinogens.

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D

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Withdrawal and tolerance are key aspects of addiction. a) True b) False

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A

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Which is TRUE about women and alcoholism? a) Alcoholic death rates are lower for women than for men. b) Women get addicted faster with less alcohol use than men. c) Married women are at the highest risk for alcoholism among females. d) The number of women alcoholics exceeds that of men.

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B

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Mikail is attempting to reduce his caffeine consumption. Which of the following drinks that he consumes daily has the highest amount of caffeine per serving? a) Energy drink b) Regular cola c) Gourmet coffee d) Black tea

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C

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Which statement BEST summarizes what happens when particulate matter condenses in the lungs? a) It forms nicotine. b) It forms tar, a thick, brownish sludge. c) It forms carbon monoxide. d) It causes delirium tremens.

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B

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The main site of alcohol metabolism is the a) spleen. b) colon. c) liver. d) kidney

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C

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How long does it take for the average adult to metabolize four 12-ounce beers? a) 2 hours b) 3 hours c) 4 hours d) 5 hours .

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C

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Which of the following is NOT true about a hangover? a) It is caused by a shift in water balance in the body. b) It is caused by toxic forms of alcohol known as congeners. c) It is caused by increased production hydrochloric acid. d) It usually takes 1-2 hours to recover from a hangover.

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D

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Mescaline, in the form of dried peyote buttons, has long been used for religious purposes by people native to the southwestern United States and Latin America. a) True b) False

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A

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More than 40% of Americans over the age of 12 have tried marijuana. a) True b) False

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A

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A synergistic drug interaction can be dangerous or even deadly. a) True b) False

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A

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Which of the following is NOT true about illicit drugs? a) Laws regarding illicit drugs differ from state to state. b) Illicit drugs are psychoactive. c) Most illicit drugs are not considered to be harmful. d) Illicit drugs may be manufactured illegally.

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C

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Morphine, codeine, and heroin are all a) available by prescription. b) available over the counter. c) amphetamines. d) opioids .

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D

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The water that is pulled out of the body due to alcohol's diuretic effect is from a) fat stores. b) skeletal muscle. c) cerebrospinal fluid. d) cerebral tissue.

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C

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Factors affecting alcohol absorption include all of the following EXCEPT a) the drinker's mood. b) the time of day the alcohol is consumed. c) the drinker's weight and body mass. d) the type of drink.

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B

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All of the following are smoking cessation medications EXCEPT a) Zyban. b) Wellbutrin. c) Chantix. d) Xenadrine.

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D

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When drugs combine in the body to produce extremely uncomfortable effects, this reaction is called drug a) antagonism b) synergism. c) intolerance. d) cross-tolerance.

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C

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People who breathe tobacco smoke from another person's cigarette are known as sidestream smokers. a) True b) False

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B

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Marijuana may forestall the loss of lean muscle mass associated with AIDS. a) True b) False

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A

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Marijuana is administered therapeutically for all of the following reasons EXCEPT a) to control side effects of chemotherapy such as nausea and vomiting. b) to reduce the muscle pain and spasticity caused by multiple sclerosis. c) to reduce appetite for weight control. d) to forestall loss of lean muscle mass due to AIDS-wasting syndrome.

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C

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Worrying about an upcoming test would be likely to increase the alcohol absorption rate in the body. a) True b) False

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A

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Which of the following is NOT true about smokeless tobacco? a) It does not contain cancer-causing substances. b) It contains more nicotine than cigarettes. c) Dental problems are common among smokeless tobacco users. d) It is just as addictive as smoking.

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A

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Which population group has the highest rate of smoking? a) Asian b) White, non-Hispanic c) Native American/AI d) Black, non-Hispanic

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C

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When drugs activate the brain's pleasure circuit, what neurotransmitter is involved? a) Ketamine b) Amphetamine c) Melamine d) Dopamine

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D

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Which of the following is NOT one of the reasons that prescription drug abuse is so common? a) The drugs have fewer side effects. b) The drugs are considered safer. c) The drugs are relatively inexpensive. d) The drugs are easily accessible.

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A

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Therapeutic communities (TCs) are a type of a) residential treatment. b) outpatient behavioral treatment. c) individual therapy. d) 12-step program.

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A

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Among college students, which of the following illicit drugs has the highest usage rate? a) Cocaine b) Narcotics c) Hallucinogens d) Amphetamines

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D

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Compulsive buying disorder is often associated with a) compulsive borrowing. b) compulsive eating. c) compulsive exercise. d) compulsive lying.

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A

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A person who avoids all foods and food products of animal origin, including dairy and eggs, is a) a pesco-vegetarian. b) a vegan. c) a lacto-ovo-vegetarian. d) a vegetarian.

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B

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According to the criteria set by the USDA, which of the following would be an appropriate label for an apple grown without synthetic pesticides, chemicals, or hormones? a) Made with organic ingredients b) 100 percent organic c) Organic d) Some organic ingredients

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B

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Which form of fat poses high risks for heart disease and cardiac-related death? a) Monounsaturated fats b) Omega-6 fats c) Omega-3 fats d) Trans fats

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D

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Which controversial process is used by some food growers to enhance production and create disease- or insect-resistant plants? a) Cross pollination b) Crop rotation c) Soil rejuvenation d) Genetic modification

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D

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Which is NOT a good source of folate? a) Spinach b) Lentils c) Fish d) Liver

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C

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What percentage of daily water needs is met by food consumed? a) 12 percent b) 8 percent c) 20 percent d) 15 percent

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C

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Which of the following is the most energy-dense source of calories in the human diet? a) Carbohydrates b) Proteins c) Fats d) Water

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C

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One of the keys to eating well in college is to a) never eat meals out. b) avoid all fats. c) only eat salad. d) eat a complete breakfast.

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D

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To ensure safety, leftovers that have been properly wrapped and refrigerated should be eaten within a) one day. b) four days. c) three days. d) two days.

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C

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The complex carbohydrate form of a sugar that is stored in the liver and muscles is a) galactose. b) glucagon. c) glycogen. d) glucose.

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C

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Which of the following is NOT true about fiber? a) It adds bulk and roughage to the diet. b) It helps move foods through the digestive system. c) It is the digestible portion of plant foods. d) It is the indigestible portion of plant foods.

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C

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Which of the following foods is the most nutrient-dense? a) A glass of whole milk b) A bowl of ice cream c) A glass of low-fat milk d) A stick of butter

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C

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The ideal cholesterol ratio for an individual would include a) high HDL and high LDL. b) low HDL and low LDL. c) high HDL and low LDL. d) low HDL and high LDL.

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C

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What percentage of a person's body weight is water? a) 70 to 90 percent b) 30 to 50 percent c) 10 to 30 percent d) 50 to 70 percent

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D

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Which of the following is TRUE about Recommended Dietary Allowances (RDAs)? a) They are the reference standard for intake levels necessary to meet the needs of most healthy individuals. b) They are the highest amount of a particular nutrient that can be safely consumed on a daily basis. c) They are the recommended average daily intake by healthy people when the research is limited. d) They are the amount of intake needed to prevent chronic disease.

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A

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High levels of this type of cholesterol appear to reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, or cholesterol-clogged arteries. a) HDL b) Triglycerides c) LDL d) ADL

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A

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Which type of fiber dissolves in water and can be digested by bacteria in the colon? a) Composite b) Complex c) Soluble d) Insoluble

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C

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Which of the following statements is TRUE about organic foods as compared to traditionally grown foods? a) They have better nutrient quality. b) They are declining in sales and market share. c) They are likely to have lower pesticide residues. d) They are always locally grown and produced.

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C

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Dietary fats that are solid at room temperature are a) monounsaturated. b) polyunsaturated. c) saturated. d) unsaturated.

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C

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Which of the following is a good tip for simple, healthy eating while going to college? a) Eat snacks such as dried fruit, nuts, and yogurt without added sugar. b) Eat as much as possible when you can to avoid getting hungry later. c) Make sure half of what you eat is protein. d) Buy packaged foods to save money.

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A

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A good way to control portion sizes when you eat at home is to a) serve meals on smaller plates. b) eat more frozen and convenience foods. c) eat restaurant leftovers several times a week. d) serve the food buffet style to reduce trips to the kitchen.

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A

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John underwent a body composition test that involved being submerged to compare his underwater weight with land weight to determine the amount body fat. This method of assessment is known as a a) hydrostatic weighing. b) skinfold measure. c) Bod Pod test. d) bioelectrical impedance analysis.

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A

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The increasingly high rate of overweight and obesity among Americans is primarily due to a) metabolism. b) environment. c) heredity d) lifestyle.

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D

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Paula was athletic in high school and maintained her normal weight during her freshman year in college. During her sophomore year, she moved off-campus and shared an apartment with two friends who were overweight. The three regularly enjoyed late nights watching movies and indulging in pizza and other snacks. As the holiday break approached, Paula realized that she had gained more than 20 pounds. Which type of influence were her friends having on her behavior? a) Social reinforcement b) Informal persuasion c) Emotional encouragement d) Moral support

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A

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The weight loss drugs Redux and Pondimin (also known as fen-phen) were recalled after FDA approval and widespread use because they were found to a) produce drastic ketosis. b) damage the gastrointestinal tract. c) damage heart valves. d) cause cancer.

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C

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A good way to control portion sizes when you eat out is to a) choose your meal from a buffet instead of ordering from the menu. b) select a vegetarian meal that contains no meat or dairy. c) order both appetizer and entrée courses. d) split an entrée with a friend or eat only half and take the other half home.

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D

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Aaron is trying to lose weight but he still wants a snack while he is studying. He discovered that a low-calorie hot drink is a good choice because a) hot drinks are the best way to replace fluids after exercising. b) hot drinks don't contain any fat. c) it doesn't take much time to make a hot beverage. d) hot drinks are more satisfying than many other snack choices.

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D

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A 20-year-old female with a BMI of 34 would be categorized as a) healthy. b) morbidly obese. c) athletic. d) obese.

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D

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Keith is having a complete fitness evaluation done at a health center. One of the measurements being taken is how much energy he expends while jogging on a treadmill, which is his a) basal metabolic rate. b) resting metabolic rate. c) calorie intake. d) exercise metabolic rate.

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D

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Which type of dieting involves a restriction of total food intake to a small amount or the exclusive use of powder or liquid formulas as the source of nourishment? a) Fasting b) Very-low-calorie diets c) Yo-yo diets d) Low-carbohydrate diets

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B

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Which environmental factor encourages us to increase our food consumption? a) Increasing use of texting for cell phone communication b) Increasing number of regulations that apply to food labeling c) Easy access to high-calorie foods in stores and restaurants d) Social encouragement to work out and be active

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C

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When trying to determine her ideal, healthy weight, a woman should be less concerned about comparing herself to her friends and more concerned about a) how often her weight fluctuates up and down and in what increments. b) the body structure of close family members. c) her percentage of body fat and how her weight is distributed. d) how her clothes fit.

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C

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Some forms of cancer are associated with obesity. a) True b) False

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A

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The amount of energy the body uses at complete rest is known as the a) caloric restriction. b) resting metabolic rate. c) basal metabolic rate. d) metabolic balance.

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C

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When blood levels of the hormone leptin rise a) appetite levels increase. b) you feel like exercising. c) appetite levels decrease. d) you can consume large amounts of food without gaining weight.

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C

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Data from the National Health Interview Survey show that over one-third of adults a) never engage in any leisure time physical activity. b) participate in vigorous physical exercise at least 3 times per week. c) participate in daily physical activity. d) participate in athletic activities on a regular basis.

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A

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Socioeconomic status can have a significant effect on risk for obesity. a) True b) False

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A

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Liposuction is used to a) decrease levels of leptin. b) spot reduce or contour body shape. c) reroute the passage of food through the body. d) restrict the calories absorbed by the body.

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B

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Kevin wants to lose 5 pounds of fat. He finds it hard to cut back on his eating, so he decides that he will walk an hour each day to burn more calories. How many extra calories must he expend to lose a pound of fat? a) 4,500 b) 3,500 c) 2,000 d) 3,000 .

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B

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In planning a weight management program that has the BEST chance of success you must a) think of weight management as a temporary phase. b) follow a formal plan such as Weight Watchers. c) establish short- and long-term plans. d) decide to eliminate all fat from the diet.

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C

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Individuals with pre-diabetes are recommended to lose what percentage of current body weight? a) 3 to 5 percent b) 5 to 7 percent c) 7 to 9 percent d) 9 to 11 percent

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B

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An aneurysm in the brain can cause a stroke. a) True b) False

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A

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What percentage of the American population over the age of 20 has symptoms of pre- diabetes? a) 35 percent b) 30 percent c) 15 percent d) 20 percent

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A

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Men over 50 are encouraged to get a PSA test to screen for a) testicular cancer. b) prostate cancer. c) cardiovascular disease. d) lung cancer.

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B

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Carbohydrates that have been ingested are broken down into the form of sugar known as a) glucose. b) insulin. c) glycogen. d) fructose.

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A

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A cluster of six conditions that strongly increases the risk of developing type 2 diabetes is known as a) pre-diabetes. b) central adiposity. c) cardiovascular disease. d) metabolic syndrome.

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D

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Randy is an overweight 22-year-old whose doctor is concerned about his risk of diabetes. The doctor ordered a test that requires Randy to drink a concentrated glucose solution and then have blood drawn two hours later. The test Randy will undergo is the a) glucose meter test. b) fasting plasma glucose test. c) hemoglobin A1C test. d) oral glucose tolerance test.

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D

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Which of the following characteristics would be consistent with a diagnosis of metabolic syndrome in an adult female? a) Fasting blood glucose of 80 mg/dL b) Waist measurement of 30 inches c) HDL of 60 d) Blood pressure of 155/90

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D

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Since the year 2000, the incidence of type 2 diabetes in children and teens has a) increased. b) become more prevalent than type 1 diabetes. c) remained stable. d) decreased by 10%.

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A

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A person with type 2 diabetes can control it with lifestyle changes and will never need to take insulin. a) True b) False

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B

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Removal of tissue and microscopically examining it to determine if cancer is present is a a) biopsy. b) colonoscopy. c) PSA test. d) endoscopy.

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A

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Which of the following occurs as a result of gestational diabetes? a) The growth of the fetus is limited. b) Changing hormone levels reduce metabolic stress. c) There is a higher risk of birth-related complications. d) The mother has significantly reduced risk of progressing to type 2 diabetes after giving birth.

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C

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People with diabetes generally do self-checks to monitor blood sugar throughout the day. a) True b) False

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A

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Inflammation may play a role in heart disease development. a) True b) False

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A

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If caught early, the prognosis for colon cancer is good because a) the disease progresses slowly. b) treatment can be delayed. c) it can be cured with diet. d) treatments are so advanced.

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A

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All of the following are warning signs of melanoma EXCEPT a) a uniform brown color. b) asymmetrical shape. c) a diameter larger than a pea. d) edges that are uneven or scalloped.

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A

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Speech and memory impairments following a stroke may be permanent. a) True b) False

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A

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The level of which type of proteins in the blood rises during an inflammatory reaction? a) Polypeptide b) C-reactive c) Amino acid d) Collagen

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B

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An increase in blood glucose will result in an increased insulin response. a) True b) False

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A

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Which of the following would NOT be a contributing cause of congestive heart failure? a) Radiation or chemotherapy b) Pneumonia c) Reaction to a tetanus vaccination d) Rheumatic fever

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C

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Nerve damage associated with diabetes can cause numbness and tingling in the a) feet. b) hands. c) neck. d) hands and feet.

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D

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A woman whose fat deposits are primarily in her abdominal area is at less risk for heart disease than her friend who carries more fat on her hips and thighs. a) True b) False

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B

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A woman goes to the emergency room. She tells the nurse that after carrying several loads of laundry up a flight of stairs she is having chest pain and a sensation she describes as her heart being crushed. Which condition is she likely experiencing? a) Peripheral artery disease b) Heart attack c) Angina pectoris d) Stroke

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C

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Which diagnostic test is used to identify heart muscle damage caused by a heart attack? a) Computed tomography b) Magnetic resonance imaging c) Angiography d) Positron emission tomography

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B

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For some people, medications can help keep their diabetes under control. a) True b) False

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A

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Which hormone is required by the body's cells for the uptake of glucose? a) Cortisol b) Estrogen c) Insulin d) Glycogen

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C

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In 2009, the states with the greatest prevalence of death by heart attack in the United States were located in which region? a) West b) Midwest c) Northeast d) Southeast

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D

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Kara was tested for diabetes. Her fasting plasma glucose test showed a level of 120 mg/dL. This indicates that a) Kara's test results must be confirmed with an oral glucose tolerance test. b) Kara has pre-diabetes. c) Kara has diabetes. d) Kara has normal blood glucose levels.

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B

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Being completely "cured" of cancer means that an individual a) has no subsequent cancer and can expect to live a long and productive life. b) has only a 10% chance of recurrence. c) has survived for five years. d) has only a 25% chance of recurrence.

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A

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Which diagnostic test produces a three-dimensional image of the heart as blood flows through it? a) Magnetic resonance imaging b) Computed tomography c) Positron emission tomography d) Angiography

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C

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Tobacco smoking and the high blood pressure it often causes are responsible for how many deaths in the United States each year?

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1 in 5

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Johan decides to stop eating at fast food restaurants at lunchtime and to pack a healthy lunch instead. This behavior change is an example of __________.

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Countering

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An individual's belief that he or she is capable of performing a task successfully is the quality known as __________.

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Self-efficacy

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The perceived source and underlying cause of events in a person's life is that individual's __________.

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Locus of Control

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Laura now sets time aside to read to her daughter each night before bedtime. This behavior will enhance her daughter's __________.

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Social Health

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What is the leading cause of death and disability in America today?

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Chronic Diseases

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The two leading causes of death among the overall U.S. population are __________.

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Heart Disease and Cancer

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Learning specific behaviors by watching others perform them is known as __________.

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Modeling

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The word health is often used to mean the same as __________.

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Wellness

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Actions that increase susceptibility to negative health outcomes are known as __________.

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Risk Behaviors

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Which dimension of health includes characteristics such as body size and function?

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Physical

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What is NOT a primary goal of the Healthy People 2020 initiative?

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Promoting A Better Quality of Life For Infants and Children Only

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All of the following contribute to health disparities in America EXCEPT __________.

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Access to the Internet

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What is considered one of the greatest public health achievements of the twentieth century?

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Vaccinations

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Jesse regards walking outdoors with a friend as a sociable and relaxing activity. How she thinks about this activity is her __________.

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Belief

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Dante's friends are all active and enjoy various forms of exercise such as hiking, bike-riding, and going to the gym. As a result, he exercises more than he used to. This is an example of __________.

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An Enabling Factor

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Prior to the 1900s, what was the leading cause of death in America?

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Infectious Disease

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When Marta's sister gives her affectionate hugs and praises her for her accomplishments, this is an example of which type of positive reinforcer?

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Social Reinforcer

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Taking small steps to achieve a change in behavior is known as __________.

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Shaping

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A view of health that sees the development of disease as resulting from an individual's interaction with his or her social and physical environment is the __________.

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Public Health Model

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In any behavior change plan, stumbling blocks are possible. What can become a barrier to behavior change?

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Overambitious Goals

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Americans without health insurance are more likely to _____________ than Americans with health insurance are.

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Delay Medical Treatment

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What is NOT one of the top ten reported impediments to academic performance?

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Excessive Exercise

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Mortality rate is defined as the __________.

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Proportion of Deaths to Population

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All of the following are components of "SMART" EXCEPT __________. a) specific b) measurable c) superficial d) realistic

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C

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The number one mental health problem in the United States is __________.

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Anxiety Disorders

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The thinking aspect of psychological health is known as __________.

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Mental Health

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Jake's mom gave him money so that he could get a new computer. This gift is an example of __________.

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Tangible Support

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Chad puts himself down all the time. He is often negative and has no confidence in his ability to successfully complete tasks. Chad is demonstrating __________.

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Low Self-esteem

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A person who is experiencing sudden attacks of disabling terror is likely suffering from __________.

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Panic Attacks

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What type of therapy for mental health problems focuses on the impact of thoughts and feelings on behavior?

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Cognitive Therapy

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Seligman's principle that individuals can teach themselves to keep a positive outlook even when facing negative circumstances is __________.

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Learned Optimism

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The licensed mental health professional who is authorized to prescribe medications is a __________.

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Psychiatrist

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What is NOT a symptom of major depression?

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An Increase in Energy

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The healthy sense of respect that people have for themselves is called __________.

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Self-Esteem

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Dave believes that he can successfully engage in and complete specific tasks, such as writing a research paper, that will earn him a good grade. This trait is known as __________.

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Self-Efficacy

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What approximate percentage of adults in the United States suffers from a diagnosable mental disorder in any given year?

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20 Percent

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All of the choices are warning signs of suicide EXCEPT __________.

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Stable Personality and Increased Libido

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The degree and nature of interpersonal contacts is known as __________.

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Social Bonds

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A type of depression that occurs most often during the winter months is known as __________.

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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

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All of the choices are traits of a psychologically healthy person EXCEPT __________.

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Narcissism

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What is used to describe all aspects of mental, social, spiritual, and emotional health?

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Psychological

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All of the choices are types of emotions EXCEPT __________.

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Perceiving and Evaluating

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All of the choices are components of psychological health EXCEPT __________. a) mental b) physical c) social d) emotional

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B

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In what order (highest level to most basic) are the components of Maslow's hierarchy of needs?

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Self-actualization, esteem, social, security, survival

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If a person is suffering from a major depressive disorder, he or she should __________.

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Get Psychological Health

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What is NOT a symptom of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)?

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Excessive Sleeping

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Someone with a social phobia is afraid of __________.

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Public Gatherings

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What is a strategy to enhance happiness?

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Surround yourself with optimistic people

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Which type of physical activity involves planned, structured, and repetitive body movement?

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Exercise

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Which form of exercise combines stretching with movement against resistance and often involves the use of devices such as tension springs or heavy rubber bands?

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Pilates

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True or False: A woman who does weight-bearing exercise will likely have higher bone mass and bone density than a woman who doesn't exercise.

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True

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In resistance training, which of the following represents the amount of weight or resistance that can be moved only once?

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One Repetition Maximum

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True or False: A vigorous workout raises a person's metabolic rate during exercise and for several hours afterward.

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True

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The SMART system is designed to help

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Improve Muscular Endurance

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True or False: Regular physical activity decreases both HDL and LDL levels in the blood.

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False

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True or False: Training for muscle endurance can be done with free weights, machines, resistance equipment, or your own body weight.

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True

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True or False: It is wise to deal with being outdoors in cold temperatures by wearing layered clothing and keeping hydrated.

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True

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True or False: People who exercise regularly experience physical benefits but not psychological benefits.

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False

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What would NOT be good advice for someone who is purchasing running shoes?

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Make sure there is no extra room in the toe box

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What is the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' recommendation for the minimum amount of moderate-intensity exercise for adults?

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150 minutes per week

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Regular aerobic exercise can reduce which type of cholesterol known as "bad cholesterol"?

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LDL

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For an aerobic exercise such as a Latin dance class, which measurement would you use to confirm that you are working at 70% to 90% of your maximal heart rate for improved cardiorespiratory fitness?

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Target Heart Rate

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True or False: Overuse injuries are those that occur suddenly and violently.

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False

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Exercise helps with weight control by increasing the body's

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Metabolic Weight

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The least serious form of heat-related illness is

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Heat Cramps

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A swimmer trying to improve her stroke performance concentrates mainly on upper body weight training; her training program is an example of

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Specificity

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True or False: If you strain a muscle during exercise, you should put heat packs on it when you get home to ease the pain and promote healing.

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False

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A person with strong core muscles has improved posture and

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Reduced chance of injury

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Which personality type tends to be introverted, eager to please, and compliant?

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Type C

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Andre is a person with a sense of control, commitment, and enthusiasm for embracing challenges. These traits indicate that he has __________.

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Psychological Hardiness

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Stress inoculation refers to reducing your level of stress by __________.

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Preparing ahead of time

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The physical and mental response that our bodies go through when exposed to challenges or perceived threats is __________.

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Stress

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What part of the autonomic nervous system provides the body with energy for the fight-or-flight response?

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Sympathetic

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Which branch of science investigates the relationship between stress and the nervous and immune systems?

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Psychoneuroimmunology

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After being exposed to a crisis, the body tries to return to homeostasis. This is referred to as a(n) __________.

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Adaptive Response

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All of the following are true about the hormone epinephrine EXCEPT that it __________.

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is released by the pituitary gland

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What percentage of college students report that they have worried frequently about their ability to pay for their education? What percentage reported that their finances had been very difficult to handle during the past 12 months?

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More than 50 percent; 34.4 percent

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You just found out that you have a test tomorrow, and you don't know how you're going to find time to study. Which part of the brain determines your reaction to this stressor?

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Hypothalamus

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After trying for several years to become pregnant, Eli and Jasmine recently found out that they are going to have a baby. They are feeling which type of stress?

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Eustress

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Downshifting involves making changes in one's life to slow the pace and reduce pressures; this process is also known as __________.

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Voluntary Simplicity

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When we perceive danger or experience stress, which response occurs in the body?

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Fight-or-flight

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A real or perceived threat or challenge that causes the body to produce a response is a(n) __________.

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Stressor

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Anger can develop in response to all of the following, EXCEPT a __________.

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Sense of safety and wellbeing

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Which hormone is released by the adrenal glands to allow the body to make energy more readily available from stored nutrients?

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Cortisol

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The primary hormone responsible for stress-related physiological responses, such as an increase in heart rate, is __________.

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Epinephrane

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Which of the following characteristics of a Type A personality is the most detrimental to health?

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Hostility

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A stress-management technique that involves using equipment to monitor physical responses to stress and learning to control those responses is __________.

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Biofeedback

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Josiah is a full-time student who is captain of the football team, and vice president of the biology club. He also works part-time. The primary stressor in his life would be __________.

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Overload

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The state in which all body systems are functioning smoothly and in equilibrium is __________.

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Homeostasis

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Jordan was in a relationship that she recently ended when she found out that her partner was cheating on her. She is probably experiencing __________.

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Distress

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Exercise reduces stress by __________.

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Raising levels of endorphins

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What percentage of older men with moderate-to-high levels of stress in their lives over the years have an increased risk of death?

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50 percent

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Which of the following is a time-management tip that can help reduce stress?

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Make a list of tasks, prioritize, and budget time

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The most dangerous gas inhaled with each puff of a cigarette is __________.

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Carbon Monoxide

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The effects of nicotine include __________.

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Increasing heart and respiratory rates

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Characteristics of alcohol poisoning include all of the following EXCEPT __________.

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A yellowish tint to the skin

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Eating food when drinking alcohol __________.

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Slows the absorption of alcohol

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All of the following accurately describe the definition of one standard drink EXCEPT __________.

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5 ounce of 80-proof liquor

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The depressant effect of alcohol becomes apparent at a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of __________.

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0.10 percent

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What effect does nicotine have on cilia in the upper respiratory system?

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Paralyzes them

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What effect does carbon monoxide have on a smoker's body?

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It interferes with the ability of hemoglobin in the blood to carry oxygen.

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A chronic lung disease caused by smoking in which the tiny air sacs in the lungs are destroyed, making breathing difficult, is __________.

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Emphysema

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What percentage of adults who smoke started by the age of 21?

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90 percent

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Which of the following is NOT a potential long-term effect of alcohol abuse?

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Increased Urinary Output

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The single most preventable cause of death in the United States is __________.

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diseases related to tobacco use

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All of the choices are risks associated with exposure to environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) EXCEPT __________.

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exposure to less than 5 cancer-causing agents

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Alcohol is metabolized where in the body?

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Liver

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When Amanda goes out on the weekends, she usually has four to five beers in a short period of time. This type of high-risk behavior is known as __________.

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Binge Drinking

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The intoxicating substance in beer, wine, and liquor is __________.

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Ethanol

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What percentage of the U.S. drinking population are infrequent, light, or moderate drinkers?

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90 percent

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Smoking contributes to heart disease by all of the following ways EXCEPT __________.

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Increasing blood pressure

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How quickly will an individual begin to see health benefits after quitting smoking?

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Within a day

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All of the following statements about smokeless tobacco are true EXCEPT __________.

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smokeless tobacco users rarely have dental problems

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If a man and a woman drink the same amount of alcohol, the woman's blood alcohol concentration (BAC) will be approximately __________.

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30 percent higher than the man's

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Blood alcohol concentration (BAC) is the __________.

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ratio of alcohol to total blood volume

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What is the major psychoactive ingredient in tobacco products?

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Nicotine

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Chemicals that relay messages (impulses) from one nerve cell to another or to other cells are __________.

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Neurotransmitters

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What is NOT a characteristic of addiction?

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Habitual Behavior

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Rebecca takes medications for various conditions, including Prinivil (for high blood pressure), insulin (for diabetes), and Claritin (for allergy symptoms). This is an example of __________.

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Polydrug use

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Addiction involves an excessive __________.

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preoccupation with the addictive behavior

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What percentage of college students report having abused prescription painkillers such as codeine, vicodin, and oxycontin in the past year?

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6 percent

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Which of the following is NOT an example of drug misuse?

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Regular use of increasing amounts of cocaine to get high

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Denial is a person's __________.

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inability to perceive that a behavior is self-destructive

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Drugs in suppository form are absorbed into the bloodstream through the __________.

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rectal or vaginal walls

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Which term describes the use of a drug for a purpose for which it was not intended?

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Misuse

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How many million people reported driving under the influence of illicit drugs in the past year?

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9.4 million

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Which of the following statements about amphetamines is true?

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They are stimulants.

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Excessive use of any drug (legal or illegal) constitutes __________.

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Drug Abuse

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The psychoactive drug mescaline is obtained from which plant?

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Peyote cactus

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Transdermal drug administration means that a drug is __________.

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absorbed through the skin

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All of the choices are signs of addiction EXCEPT __________.

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a sense of control

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When increased amounts of a drug, other substance, or behavior is needed to produce the desired effect, this phenomenon is known as __________.

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tolerance

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An individual who knowingly tries to protect an addict from natural consequences of his or her destructive behavior is __________.

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Enabling

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Which of the following is NOT categorized as central nervous system depressants?

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Methamphetamines

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Which of the following statements about cocaine is NOT true?

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It can cause drowsiness, depression, and loss of appetite

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A drug-created effect in which sensory messages are incorrectly assigned, such as "hearing" a taste or "smelling" a sound is called _______.

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Synesthesia

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Charlotte, a college student, is a habitual drinker. She has become preoccupied with obtaining alcohol and obsessed with her need to drink. Charlotte is exhibiting __________.

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Compulsion

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The illicit drug most commonly used in the United States is __________.

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Marijuana

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Which of the following is classified as a stimulant?

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Methamphetamine

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Temporary physical and psychological symptoms that occur when use of an addictive substance is discontinued is __________.

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Withdrawal

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A lack of judgment regarding whether a particular substance or behavior will be healthy or damaging to oneself is known as __________.

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Loss of Control

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Which of the following is NOT a fertility awareness contraceptive method?

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Withdrawal Method

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What is the most commonly used method of first-trimester abortion?

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Suction Curettage

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Which form of birth control was developed in the 19th century and was the first to be widely used by women?

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The Diaphragm

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The fertilization of an egg in a nutrient medium and subsequent transfer to the mother's uterus is known as __________.

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In Vitro Fertilization

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Which prenatal test involves snipping tissue from the developing fetal sac to test for various genetic conditions?

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Chorionic Villus Sampling

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True or False: The perfect use failure rate of a contraceptive is the number of pregnancies (per 100 users) that are likely to occur the first year of use when a particular contraceptive method is used consistently and correctly.

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True

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True or False: Many men are reluctant to have a vasectomy because of the fear of a decrease in sexual performance.

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True

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In the United States, what percentage of pregnancies that occur each year are unintended?

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50 percent

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In an ectopic pregnancy, the fertilized egg usually implants in __________.

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A Fallopian Tube

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Which contraceptive method involves long-acting synthetic progesterone injected intramuscularly every 3 months?

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Depo-Provera

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The most common birth defect in babies born to mothers who drink alcohol while pregnant is __________.

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Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

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What is NOT a barrier contraceptive?

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Contraceptive Patch

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One in how many American couples experience infertility, which is defined as the inability to conceive after trying for a year or more?

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10

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ParaGard is a type of __________.

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IUD

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Besides incorrect use, what is another reason that condoms may not be effective?

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They can break during intercourse

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If a diaphragm is used consistently and correctly, it can be how effective in preventing pregnancy?

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94 percent

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Which of the following is a prenatal test used to help identify genetic abnormalities through a maternal blood test?

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Triple Marker Screen

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In the United States, what percentage of sexually active female college students use birth control pills?

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60 percent

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Toxic chemicals, pesticides, other hazardous compounds, and radiation that cause birth defects are known as __________.

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Teratogens

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The most common cause of infertility in women is __________.

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Polycystic Ovary Syndrome

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The newest emergency contraceptive pill (ECP), ella, can prevent pregnancy if taken within __________.

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5 days after intercourse

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What is the hormone of pregnancy?

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Human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG)

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According to the FDA, women who use the Ortho Evra patch are exposed to how much more total estrogen than if they were taking a typical birth control pill?

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60 percent

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The female sterilization method achieved by surgically cutting and cauterizing the fallopian tubes is __________.

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Tubal Ligation

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What is the recommended weight gain during pregnancy for a woman who is at a healthy weight before becoming pregnant?

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25-35 pounds

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Which of the following vitamins is considered fat soluble and can produce negative side effects when high levels accumulate in the body?

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Vitamin D

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Which of the following nutrients assists in the development and repairing of bone, muscle, and skin and blood cells?

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Protein

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Which important mineral is obtained primarily from milk, dairy products, and certain green vegetables?

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Calcium

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Which vitamin deficiency can increase the risk for osteoporosis, breast and prostate cancer, and heart disease and stroke?

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Vitamin D

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The psychological desire for food is __________.

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appetite

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Which chronic disease is associated with the consumption of trans fatty acids?

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Coronary Heart Disease

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Which group of vitamins can be toxic in large amounts because the excess is not excreted in urine and can accumulate in the liver?

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Fat-Soluble

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Which type of calories are obtained from foods that have no significant nutritional value?

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Empty

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The basic units or "building blocks" of proteins are nitrogen-containing __________.

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Amino Acids

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The amount of a food you choose to eat at any one time is a __________.

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Portion

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Which of the following substances produce enzymes that destroy free radicals?

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Antioxidants

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A healthful diet should NOT be

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Calorie Dense

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The recommended daily amount of fiber consumption for adults is __________.

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25 grams for women and 38 grams for men

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Which acronym represents the recommended average daily intake of a particular nutrient at a level considered adequate to maintain health?

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RDA

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Which form of fat makes up about 95 percent of total body fat?

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Triglycerides

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Foods believed to provide specific health benefits beyond basic nutrition are known as __________.

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Functional Foods

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A vegetarian who consumes dairy products but no other animal products is known as a __________.

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Lacto-Vegetarian

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Which of the following protects against obesity, colon and rectal cancers, and heart disease?

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Fiber

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Which of the following types of cholesterol transports cholesterol to the liver for removal from the body?

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HDL

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Which condition results from the body's inability to produce hemoglobin?

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Anemia

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The body converts carbohydrates into which type of sugar that is used for energy?

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Glucose

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Proteins that contain all nine essential amino acids are known as __________.

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Complete Proteins

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The best way to obtain all the nutrients that our bodies need is to __________.

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Eat a variety of foods

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True or False: Including a full-fat dairy products in the diet to obtain adequate amounts of calcium is included in the MyPlate plan.

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False

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True or False: A well-designed exercise program will include cardiorespiratory fitness, flexibility, body composition, and muscle strength and endurance.

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True

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True or False: Brisk walking is an example of aerobic exercise.

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True

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Muscular strength is best developed by increasing the __________.

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amount of weight lifted or resistance used

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Which of the following is true about heat cramps?

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The condition involves involuntary muscle contractions

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True or False: Aerobic capacity is defined as the volume of oxygen consumed by the muscles during exercise.

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True

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The cumulative effects of day-after-day stresses placed on tendons, muscles, and joints during exercise may result in __________.

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Overuse Injuries

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Regular physical activity has been linked to all of the following EXCEPT a lower __________.

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Life Expectancy

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Muscular endurance is best developed by increasing the __________.

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Number of Repetitions

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Regular exercise is known to increase the body's levels of __________.

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High-Density Lipoproteins

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The ability to perform moderate to vigorous levels of physical activity on a regular basis without excessive fatigue is known as __________.

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Physical Fitness

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The amount of force a muscle is capable of exerting is __________.

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Muscular Strength

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The benefits of physical activity for the brain include __________.

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decreased risk of depression and anxiety

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Exercising at 64-95 percent of your maximum heart rate means that you are working at your __________.

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Target Heart Rate

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Miguel is a cross-country runner who can sustain moderate-intensity, whole-body physical activity for an extended period of time. This ability reflects which component of physical fitness?

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Cardiorespiratory Fitness

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Which of the following is a potentially fatal condition resulting from abnormally low core body temperature?

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Hypothermia

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In strength training, what rest period is recommended between exercises that use large muscle groups?

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2 to 3 minutes

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According to the World Cancer Research Fund and the American Institute for Cancer Research, what fraction of all cancers could be prevented by lifestyle changes (including a healthy diet and regular exercise)?

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Two-thirds

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When shopping for cross-training or running shoes, which aspects should be your primary consideration?

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Fit, comfort, and shock absorption

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What is the minimum of physical activity needed each day to provide substantial health benefits?

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30 minutes

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True or False: Regular aerobic activity improves the efficiency of the heart by decreasing the amount of blood pumped with each cycle.

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False

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RICE is the acronym for the proper method of treating workout or sports injuries; it includes all of the following EXCEPT __________. a) ice b) rest c) contraction d) elevation

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C

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According to the "Talk Test," which of the following indicates that a person is exercising at moderate intensity?

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the person is able to have a conversation

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Theresa wants to lower her ratio of fat to total body weight. This means that she wants to design a fitness program to improve her __________.

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Body Composition

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A condition characterized by excessive numbers of fat cells in the body is __________.

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Hyperplasia

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Which of the following diet programs was designed to fight high blood pressure?

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DASH

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True or False: Most diets fail to maintain successful weight loss because the behavior is temporary, and once the goal is met the person returns to previous eating and behavior patterns.

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True

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A person's basal metabolic rate (BMR) starts to decline __________.

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around age 30

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True or False: BMI is an accurate measure for all body types, including athletes with a high amount of muscle mass

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False

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People who successfully maintain a healthy weight are most likely to do which of the following?

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eat healthfully and exercise regularly

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Excess body fat that is not essential to normal body functioning is __________.

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Storage Fat

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The physiological response to the body's need for food is __________.

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hunger

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Leptin is a hormone that plays a role in signaling the brain that __________.

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the body's need for food has been satisfied

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The rate at which your body must consume energy to sustain basic functions is the __________.

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Basal Metabolic Rate

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The success rate of maintaining weight loss is highest when a person continues good eating habits and incorporates _______.

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Exercise

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An environment that promotes excessive food intake and a lifestyle with little or no physical activity is known as __________.

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Obesogenic

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Perez is 6 ft 2 inches tall and weighs 179 pounds. His body mass index (BMI) would be calculated as __________.

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23

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The hormone ghrelin is known as the __________.

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The Hunger Hormone

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A person's ratio of fat to lean muscle is known as __________.

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Body Composition

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True or False: Yo-yo dieting promotes weight gain due to the resetting of BMR to lower levels.

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True

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The method of determining body composition that involves using a fiberglass chamber to measure air displacement is __________.

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Bod Pod Measurement

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True or False: The set point theory holds that the body has an internal thermostat that fights to maintain weight within a certain range.

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True

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One pound of body fat contains __________.

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3,500 calories

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A person whose body weight is more than 20 percent above the recommended level is categorized as __________.

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Obese

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Which of the following measurements is most strongly correlated with the risk of heart disease and diabetes?

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Waist Circumference

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True or False: To lose weight, a person must expend more calories than are consumed.

answer

True

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Which dangerous complication may occur when a person has been on a very-low-calorie diet or has been deprived of carbohydrates?

answer

Ketoacidosis

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Metabolic syndrome is characterized by all of the following EXCEPT __________.

answer

Reducing Blood Pressure

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A heart that beats in a quivering, sporadic manner is said to be experiencing __________.

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Fibrillation

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Cardiovascular disease encompasses all of the following conditions EXCEPT __________.

answer

antiarrhythmic disease

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All of the following are part of the ABCD rule for skin cancer EXCEPT __________. a) atypical alignment b) border irregularity c) color d) diameter

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A

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Josie recently had a biopsy that indicated that breast cancer has spread to her lymph nodes. The process of malignant cells spreading to other locations in the body is known as __________.

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Metastasis

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All of the following are ways to determine whether a person may be having a stroke EXCEPT __________.

answer

myocardial infarction

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Modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease include all of the following EXCEPT __________.

answer

the amount of cholesterol your body produces

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Cervical cancer has been linked to which sexually transmitted infection?

answer

Human papillomavirus (HPV)

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Which vessels carry blood away from the heart?

answer

Arteries

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Carbon dioxide and waste products are transported to the lungs and kidneys by the __________.

answer

Veins and Venules

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Abnormally high blood lipid levels result in the buildup of which substance on artery walls?

answer

Plaque

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A rapid heart rate in the absence of exercise or anxiety is referred to as __________.

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Tachycardia

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A tumor that is benign is __________.

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Noncancerous

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Hodgkin's disease is a type of cancer classified as a __________.

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Lymphoma

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A tumor that is malignant is __________.

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Cancerous

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Which of the following is the term used to describe a series of mild strokes?

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Transient ischemic attacks

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True or False: Cancer is a group of diseases characterized by uncontrolled growth and spread of abnormal cells.

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True

question

Blood vessels that permit the exchange of oxygen, carbon dioxide, nutrients, and waste products with body cells are the __________.

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Capillaries

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The type of cancer characterized by an abnormal increase in the number of white blood cells is __________.

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Leukemia

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The most common type of cancer for males in the United States today is __________.

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Prostate Cancer

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The two lower chambers of the heart are the __________.

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Ventricles

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Genes that have the potential to be cancer-causing are called __________.

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Oncogenes

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Obesity, together with a family history of polyps and colitis, increases the risk of __________.

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Colorectal Cancer

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All of the following influence a person's risk for developing cancer EXCEPT __________.

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too much exercise

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The human heart is approximately the size of __________.

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an adult's fist

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