Fall 2013 Health And Wellness Final

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Fall 2013 Health And Wellness Final - Quiz

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  • 1. 

    Withdrawal symptoms occur with drugs that produce              

    • A.

      Habituation

    • B.

      Tolerance

    • C.

      Physical dependence

    • D.

      Psychological dependence

    Correct Answer
    C. Physical dependence
  • 2. 

    The incidence of Alzheimer's is expected to:

    • A.

      Increase as the population ages

    • B.

      Decrease with technological research and treatment

    • C.

      Remain unchanged

    • D.

      Rise due to more radiation exposure

    Correct Answer
    A. Increase as the population ages
  • 3. 

    Which of the following is true of wellness?

    • A.

      Wellness is a dynamic process

    • B.

      Wellness is the absence of physical infirmity

    • C.

      The dimensions of wellness are interrelated

    • D.

      Both a and c

    Correct Answer
    D. Both a and c
  • 4. 

    Etiology refers to the:

    • A.

      Cause of the disease

    • B.

      Spread of a disease within a population

    • C.

      Treatment of a disease

    • D.

      Recurrence of a disease

    Correct Answer
    A. Cause of the disease
  • 5. 

    Parasympathetic activity tends to:

    • A.

      Increase heart rate and decrease digestive activity

    • B.

      Decrease both heart rate and digestive activity

    • C.

      Increase both heart rate and digestive activity

    • D.

      Decrease heart rate and increase digestive activity

    Correct Answer
    D. Decrease heart rate and increase digestive activity
  • 6. 

    A technique for opening blocked arteries that involves inflating a balloon in the arteries is:

    • A.

      Angioplasty

    • B.

      Coronary bypass

    • C.

      Angiographic hyperplastic tomography

    • D.

      Arterial infusion

    Correct Answer
    A. Angioplasty
  • 7. 

    The substance found in skeletal muscle that can also be taken as a dietary supplement is:

    • A.

      Glycogen

    • B.

      Creatine

    • C.

      Triglyceride

    • D.

      Steroids

    Correct Answer
    B. Creatine
  • 8. 

    Antibiotics only kill harmful bacteria?

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    B. False
  • 9. 

    The energy equivalent of a pound of body fat is               

    • A.

      1500 calories

    • B.

      2000 calories

    • C.

      9 calories

    • D.

      3500 calories

    Correct Answer
    D. 3500 calories
  • 10. 

    Anorexia nervosa is an eating disorder that is characterized by:

    • A.

      Disturbances with body image

    • B.

      An overprotective family unable to deal with conflict

    • C.

      Preoccupation with food

    • D.

      All of the above

    Correct Answer
    D. All of the above
  • 11. 

    Poor nutrition increases the risk of:

    • A.

      High blood pressure

    • B.

      Type 2 diabetes

    • C.

      Obesity

    • D.

      All of the above

    Correct Answer
    D. All of the above
  • 12. 

    Which of the following club drugs is referred to as the "date rape drug?"

    • A.

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    • B.

      GHB

    • C.

      Marijuana

    • D.

      Ketamine

    Correct Answer
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  • 13. 

    Which of the following diseases causes destruction of the tiny air sacs in the lungs called alveoli as a result of cigarette smoking?

    • A.

      Bronchitis

    • B.

      Emphysema

    • C.

      Scurvy

    • D.

      Halitosis

    Correct Answer
    B. Emphysema
  • 14. 

    A hospice functions to:

    • A.

      Help physicians try to extend a terminal patient's life

    • B.

      Care for the spiritual as well as physical needs of dying patients

    • C.

      Help families of terminally ill patients carry out the patient's living will

    • D.

      Help families make funeral arrangements for dying patients

    Correct Answer
    B. Care for the spiritual as well as physical needs of dying patients
  • 15. 

    The third stage in the process of death and dying is:

    • A.

      Anger

    • B.

      Denial

    • C.

      Bargaining

    • D.

      Acceptance

    Correct Answer
    C. Bargaining
  • 16. 

    Drugs work by binding to:

    • A.

      Receptors

    • B.

      Analgesics

    • C.

      Neurotransmitter molecules

    • D.

      Brain tissue

    Correct Answer
    A. Receptors
  • 17. 

    Hormones are synthesized and released:

    • A.

      By the cerebral cortex

    • B.

      By the endocrine system

    • C.

      By the endorphin glands

    • D.

      At synapses between neurons

    Correct Answer
    B. By the endocrine system
  • 18. 

    Ecstasy causes a feeling of self-confidence and closeness to others?

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
  • 19. 

    Protein yields how many calories per gram?

    • A.

      Nine

    • B.

      Seven

    • C.

      Four

    • D.

      Zero

    Correct Answer
    C. Four
  • 20. 

    Side effects of anabolic steroids include:

    • A.

      Liver tumors and jaundice

    • B.

      Reduced sperm count

    • C.

      Enlargement of the clitoris

    • D.

      All of the above

    Correct Answer
    D. All of the above
  • 21. 

    An advantage of strength training is that it:

    • A.

      Helps reduce body weight

    • B.

      Improves cardiovascular fitness

    • C.

      Gives the body a trim, muscular appearance

    • D.

      All of the above

    Correct Answer
    C. Gives the body a trim, muscular appearance
  • 22. 

    Mononucleosis is caused by which virus?

    • A.

      HPV

    • B.

      Hepatitis A

    • C.

      HIV

    • D.

      EBV

    Correct Answer
    D. EBV
  • 23. 

    In the body, blood depleted of oxygen returns to the            

    • A.

      Left atrium

    • B.

      Right atrium

    • C.

      Left ventricle

    • D.

      Right ventricle

    Correct Answer
    B. Right atrium
  • 24. 

    Type question here

    • A.

      Answer option 1

    • B.

      Answer option 2

    • C.

      Answer option 3

    • D.

      Answer option 4

    Correct Answer
    A. Answer option 1
  • 25. 

    Which drugs increase energy and physical activity?

    • A.

      Hallucinogens

    • B.

      Sedatives

    • C.

      Stimulants

    • D.

      Tranquilizers

    Correct Answer
    C. Stimulants
  • 26. 

    Which category of cancer is involved with connective tissues, bone, muscles, fat and is often seen in the lowest percentage?

    • A.

      Carcinoma

    • B.

      Sarcoma

    • C.

      Leukemia

    • D.

      Lymphomas

    Correct Answer
    B. Sarcoma
  • 27. 

    Any organism that can produce a disease is called what?

    • A.

      Pathogen

    • B.

      Vector

    • C.

      Microbe

    • D.

      Mutant

    Correct Answer
    A. Pathogen
  • 28. 

    The most common cause of death among smokers is lung cancer?

    • A.

      True

    • B.

      False

    Correct Answer
    A. True
  • 29. 

    Depression is characterized by all of the following, EXCEPT:

    • A.

      Hopelessness

    • B.

      Inability to concentrate

    • C.

      Increased interest in sex

    • D.

      Insomnia

    Correct Answer
    C. Increased interest in sex
  • 30. 

    The principle source of the body's energy is           

    • A.

      Carbohydrates

    • B.

      Fats

    • C.

      Proteins

    • D.

      Lipids

    Correct Answer
    A. Carbohydrates

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