Contemporary Health Issues
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Contemporary Health Issues explores current and emerging challenges impacting individual and population health in today's society. This course examines topics such as chronic and infectious diseases, mental health, environmental health risks, health disparities, and lifestyle factors affecting well-being. Students analyze the roles of policy, technology, culture, and education in health promotion and disease prevention, and critically discuss global and local responses to health crises. Emphasis is placed on evidence-based practices, ethical considerations, and the development of skills to evaluate health information and advocate for effective health solutions.
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Connect Core Concepts in Health Brief 14th Edition by Paul M. Insel
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Chapter 1: Taking Charge of Your Health
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Q1) Chances of success in behavior management increase if
A)the goals provide a difficult challenge.
B)legalistic tracking systems are avoided.
C)environmental cues are accounted for.
D)the change is seen as temporary.
Answer: C
Q2) Carla's desire to spend more time with her friends indicates that she needs to improve her level of _______________ wellness.
A)spiritual
B)interpersonal
C)emotional
D)intellectual
Answer: B
Q3) Financial wellness includes a person's ability to
A)find happiness on the job.
B)balance income and expenses.
C)avoid hazards in the workplace.
D)develop a high level of fitness.
Answer: B
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Chapter 2: Stress: The Constant Challenge
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Q1) Studies have shown that married people live longer than single people (including those who are divorced,widowed,or never married).
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
Q2) In terms of time-management strategies,which one of the following is NOT considered helpful for improving efficiency at completing tasks?
A)aiming for realistic goals
B)writing down the goals
C)memorizing the goals
D)allowing extra time to achieve goals
Answer: C
Q3) Tai chi can be an effective stress reducer as it
A)teaches students to remain calm and centered.
B)is an excellent cardiovascular workout.
C)aids the student in working against various stressors.
D)is easily self-taught.
Answer: A
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Chapter 3: Psychological Health
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Q1) A defense mechanism by which unacceptable feelings are transferred from one event or person to a less threatening one is
A)repression.
B)projection.
C)rationalization.
D)displacement.
Answer: D
Q2) Which of the following statements is an example of negative self-talk?
A)"I wonder why my boss wants to see me? I guess I'll just have to wait and see."
B)"I'll have to start working on that next paper earlier."
C)"I won the speech contest,but only because none of the other speakers was very good."
D)"Too bad I missed that one problem through carelessness,but overall I did pretty well on this test."
Answer: C
Q3) Agoraphobia may be caused by multiple panic attacks.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
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Chapter 4: Intimate Relationships and Communication
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Q1) Commitment is more of a feeling than a conscious choice. A)True
B)False
Q2) The roots of our identity and sense of self are found in our A)childhood.
B)peer group.
C)profession. D)community.
Q3) Gay and lesbian couples have many similarities with heterosexual couples. A)True B)False
Q4) Having the conviction that you are always right is harmless competitiveness. A)True B)False
Q5) As relationships grow,many couples face challenges.List and describe three of the common challenges you have experienced or observed,and give strategies for coping with each.
Q6) Intense passion is required for love to endure. A)True B)False
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Chapter 5: Sexuality, Pregnancy, and Childbirth
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Q1) Which one of the following is the most common recommendations regarding exercise during pregnancy?
A)Start a rigorous exercise program.
B)Continue a moderate exercise program.
C)Stop exercising.
D)Increase the intensity of exercise.
Q2) The second stage of labor is characterized by
A)slow cervical dilation.
B)the delivery of the baby.
C)expulsion of the plug blocking the cervix.
D)the delivery of the placenta.
Q3) When a fertilized ovum becomes implanted at a site other than the uterus,the resulting condition is known as a(n)_______________ pregnancy.
A)ectopic
B)aborted
C)gestational
D)peritoneal
Q4) Preejaculatory fluid may contain sperm.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 6: Contraception and Abortion
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Q1) Because of the expense of female condoms,doctors recommend that women rinse out and reuse the condoms.
A)True B)False
Q2) The Ortho Evra contraceptive skin patch slowly releases one hormone (estrogen)into the bloodstream.
A)True B)False
Q3) Which of the following is a characteristic of cervical secretions observed at the time of ovulation?
A)clear,thick mucus
B)cloudy,sticky mucus
C)clear,slippery mucus
D)cloudy,slippery mucus
Q4) A contraceptive that permanently prevents the union of the sperm and egg is a A)barrier method.
B)hormonal method.
C)natural method.
D)surgical methoD.
Q5) Briefly describe the recent legal history of abortion in the United States.
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Chapter 7: Drug Misuse and Addiction
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Q1) All of the following are potential effects of cocaine use during pregnancy EXCEPT A)stillbirth.
B)increased birth weight.
C)small infant head.
D)intoxication of the baby.
Q2) Narcotics is another term for A)opioids.
B)psychedelics.
C)stimulants.
D)deliriants.
Q3) Adolescent girls who date boys two or more years older than themselves are more likely to use drugs.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Under the influence of CNS stimulants,heart rate and blood pressure are decreased. A)True
B)False
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Chapter 8: Alcohol and Tobacco
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Q1) Rates of smoking are consistent across various ethnic groups.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Most of the symptoms of physical dependence on tobacco pass in
A)10 to 12 hours.
B)2 to 3 days.
C)3 to 4 weeks.
D)3 to 5 months.
Q3) A 90-proof beverage is _____% alcohol.
A)9
B)30
C)45
D)90
Q4) Which of the following is associated with cirrhosis?
A)destruction of digestive enzymes
B)accelerated liver function
C)increased metabolism of alcohol
D)replacement of liver cells with scar tissue
Q5) Describe at least four hazardous substances found in tobacco smoke,and explain how they affect the body.
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Chapter 9: Nutrition Basics
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Q1) The refinement of whole grains transforms whole-wheat flour into A)whole-wheat flour powder.
B)white flour.
C)brown sugar.
D)enriched whole-wheat flour.
Q2) Consumption of refined carbohydrates causes a slower rise in blood glucose levels than does consumption of unrefined carbohydrates.
A)True
B)False
Q3) A mineral commonly lacking in American diets is A)phosphorus.
B)iron.
C)chloride.
D)sodium.
Q4) A leading source of trans fats in the American diet is fried fast foods. A)True
B)False
Q5) Excess protein intake can increase fat stores. A)True
B)False
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Chapter 10: Exercise for Health and Fitness
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Q1) All of the following are advantages of exercise machines compared to free weights,EXCEPT that machines
A)are safer and more convenient.
B)do not require spotters to prevent injury.
C)strengthen the body in ways closer to real life.
D)require less skill.
Q2) A sedentary lifestyle is classified as a major risk factor for cardiovascular disease.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Footwear is an important piece of equipment for almost any activity.
A)True
B)False
Q4) All of the following can help Larry decrease his risk of injury EXCEPT
A)using proper body mechanics when executing sports skills.
B)warming up thoroughly before both endurance and strength training sessions.
C)exercising at maximum heart rate during endurance training.
D)allowing muscle groups a day of rest between strength training workouts.
Q5) Imagine that you are shopping for a pair of fitness shoes.List at least five consumer strategies for obtaining a suitable pair.
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Chapter 11: Weight Management
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Q1) What are the characteristics of android obesity?
A)Fat is stored in the upper body as subcutaneous fat,which increases the risk of disease.
B)Fat is stored in the lower body as subcutaneous fat,which is less tied to the risk of disease.
C)Fat is stored in the lower body as visceral fat,which is less tied to the risk of disease.
D)Fat is stored in the upper body as visceral fat,which increases the risk of disease.
Q2) What are the characteristics of gynoid obesity?
A)Fat is stored in the upper body as subcutaneous fat,which increases the risk of disease.
B)Fat is stored in the lower body as subcutaneous fat,which is less tied to the risk of disease.
C)Fat is stored in the lower body as visceral fat,which is less tied to the risk of disease.
D)Fat is stored in the upper body as visceral fat,which increases the risk of disease.
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Chapter 12: Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer
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Q1) All of the following may result from a stroke EXCEPT
A)memory loss.
B)hormonal imbalances.
C)language deficits.
D)paralysis.
Q2) The large blood vessels through which oxygen-poor blood travels are called the A)venae cavae.
B)aorta.
C)pulmonary artery.
D)pulmonary vein.
Q3) Jen applies sunscreen to the exposed areas of her skin before she leaves her apartment for the hike;she should apply more sunscreen
A)15 minutes after sun exposure begins.
B)2 hours after sun exposure begins.
C)after climbing a hill and sweating heavily.
D)All of these choices are correct.
Q4) Mild hypertension can often be treated by changes in lifestyle alone.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 13: Immunity and Infection
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Q1) Common allergens include dust mites,mold,mildew,and insect stings.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Characteristics of primary syphilis include
A)painful lesions throughout the genital areA.
B)a lesion at the site where the organism entered the body.
C)hair loss.
D)all of these.
Q3) Which one of the following statements about the global spread of HIV/AIDS is FALSE?
A)The vast majority of infections occur in developing countries.
B)HIV disproportionately affects the poor and ethnic minorities.
C)Asia and Africa have approximately the same number of people living with HIV.
D)Political,economic,and social barriers contribute to the ongoing spread of HIV infection.
Q4) Define "allergy" and briefly explain how an allergic response occurs.List at least three common allergens and two strategies for dealing with allergies.
Q5) List five general classes of pathogens;give at least one example of a disease caused by each type of pathogen.
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Chapter 14: Environmental Health
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Q1) The form of radiation that poses the most serious risk to human health is ______ radiation.
A)microwave
B)infrared
C)gamma
D)X ray
Q2) Which of the following statements about environmental health is FALSE?
A)It has focused on preventing infectious diseases spread by water,waste,food,rodents,and insects.
B)It encompasses all the interactions of humans and their environment and the health consequences of these actions.
C)Environmental pollutants contribute to infectious diseases but not to chronic diseases.
D)Advancements in technology have contributed to both the causes of and solutions to environmental health issues.
Q3) Briefly outline how smog forms,including the key pollutants and environmental conditions required.Finally,list three things individuals can do to help reduce air pollution and prevent smog.
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Chapter 15: Conventional and Complimentary Medicine
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Q1) Explanations that follow the rules of logic are
A)empirical.
B)rational.
C)tentative.
D)parsimonious.
Q2) All of the following are good strategies for evaluating complementary and alternative therapies EXCEPT
A)keeping a symptom diary to track pain,fatigue,and other symptoms.
B)checking with regulatory agencies to see if complaints have been lodged against the practitioner.
C)finding out in advance the expected length and cost of treatment.
D)speaking with your physician about the CAM therapy only after you have tried it for a month.
Q3) When a theory explains a phenomena,such as the cause of a disease,in the simplest manner possible,it is said to be A)testable.
B)parsimonious.
C)tentative.
D)empirical.
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Chapter 16: Personal Safety
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Q1) Which of the following statements is an example of sexual harassment?
A)A boss tells an employee that she'll get a promotion if she has sex with him.
B)A floor supervisor has calendars of sexually suggestive photos posted in plain view of employees who enter his office.
C)An employee repeatedly makes unwelcome sexually vulgar remarks to another employee about that person's appearance.
D)All of these statements are examples of sexual harassment.
Q2) Which of the following behaviors would be considered abuse?
A)physically harming someone
B)arousing fear in someone
C)preventing a person from doing what they want to do
D)all of these
Q3) Dual front air bags are effective in side collisions.
A)True
B)False
Q4) A person who tracks his or her partner's time and restricts his or her partner's access to money is exhibiting behaviors associated with battery.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 17: The Challenge of Aging
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Q1) Describe two of the options for end-of-life care.What are key characteristics of each option? Under what conditions is each one most appropriate?
Q2) Clinical death and cellular death are defined using the same criteria.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Women live longer for all of the following reasons,EXCEPT
A)estrogen protects women from early heart disease.
B)women have lower rates of stress-related illnesses.
C)women are less likely to be poor in their older years.
D)women participate less in risky behaviors that lead to injuries.
Q4) Compared to other groups,African Americans are at increased risk for glaucoma.
A)True B)False
Q5) The slow disintegration of the tissue at the center of the retina is known as age-related A)glaucomA.
B)cataracts.
C)macular degeneration. D)presbyopia.
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