The environment and the individual (pretest) – Flashcards
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Which of the following groups of individuals is at the highest risk for environmentally induced health risks?
a.
infants
b.
teenagers
c.
college students
d.
adults
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a. infants
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What is a possible health effect of exposure to smoke and asbestos in an indoor environment?
a.
skin cancer
b.
nerve damage
c.
lung problems
d.
reproductive issues
answer
c. lung problems
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The typical home contains _______ hazardous products.
a.
no
b.
less than two
c.
several
d.
thousands of
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c. several
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Common household cleaning products can be a potential health hazard.
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true
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Which of the following environmental factors is a concern in both indoor and outdoor environments?
a.
air quality
b.
acid rain
c.
vehicle exhaust
d.
industrial waste
answer
a. air quality
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Environmental pollution does not affect an individual's health.
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false
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Environmental conditions can affect food quality.
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true
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Which of the following has no impact on human health?
a.
global environment
b.
outdoor environment
c.
indoor environment
d.
none of the above
answer
d. none of the above
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Which of the following factors will not affect a balanced physiology?
a.
elevation
b.
precipitation type
c.
humidity
d.
sun exposure
answer
b. precipitation type
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Which of the following health problems is not likely to be magnified by exposure to air pollution?
a.
heart attacks
b.
diabetes
c.
asthma
d.
strokes
answer
b. diabetes
