Foundations of Health Exam Review
Course Introduction
Foundations of Health introduces students to the fundamental concepts and principles underlying human health and well-being. This course explores the biological, psychological, and social determinants of health, examining how lifestyle choices, environmental factors, and healthcare systems influence individual and population health outcomes. Through interdisciplinary perspectives, students analyze health promotion strategies, prevention methods, and the impact of health policies, fostering a holistic understanding of the factors that contribute to maintaining and improving health across the lifespan.
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An Invitation to Health 16th Edition by Dianne Hales
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Chapter 1: Your Invitation to a Healthy Future
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Q1) What is a key component of the transtheoretical model of change?
A)beliefs
B)reinforcements
C)attitudes
D)self-efficacy
Answer: D
Q2) Prevention agenda for the nation
A)helping relationships
B)social health
C)Healthy People 2020
D)men
E)intellectual health
F)spiritual health
G)environmental health
H)women
I)psychological health
J)protection
Answer: C
Q3) _____________________ are behaviors that a particular group values and expects.
Answer: Social norms
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Chapter 2: Your Psychological and Spiritual Well-Being
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Q1) An autonomous individual has a locus of control that is ____.
A)negative
B)internal
C)individualized
D)external
Answer: B
Q2) What happens during REM sleep?
A)The large muscles of the arms and legs are paralyzed.
B)Blood flow through the brain slows down.
C)The eyes are not responsive to light.
D)Delta sleep occurs.
Answer: A
Q3) The effects of caffeine can linger for up to ____________________.
Answer: eight hours
Q4) Forgiving someone is a ____.
A)sign of weakness
B)simple process
C)one-time thing
D)way to reclaim one's power to choose
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: Caring for Your Mind
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Q1) Some have proposed that people with a(n) ____________________ personality may suppress negative emotions such as anger.
Answer: Type C
Q2) The most common mental disorder in childhood is ____.
A)OCD
B)ADHD
C)depression
D)schizophrenia
Answer: B
Q3) Which of the following would be considered the biggest risk factor for suicide?
A)substance abuse
B)obsessions
C)compulsive behaviors
D)gender
Answer: A
Q4) The____________________ plays a major role in coordinating movement, balance and posture.
Answer: cerebellum
Q5) The strongest predictor of ___________________ in teens is cigarette smoking.
Answer: depression
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Chapter 4: Personal Stress Management
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Q1) Recent changes in the economy has created an epidemic of financial stress. According to the American Psychological Association, what proportion of Americans describe their stress level as extreme?
A)about one in ten
B)one-quarter
C)one-third
D)two-thirds
Q2) Which phrase best describes eustress?
A)chronic stress
B)positive stress
C)a nonspecific response
D)negative stress
Q3) People who deal well with adversity often have had previous experiences coping with adversity that has toughened them.What is this called?
A)stress inoculation
B)self-efficacy
C)exhaustion
D)practice-effects
Q4) Under immediate stress, the adrenal glands produce ____________________.
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Chapter 5: Social Health
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Q1) Which statement is true of same-sex marriage?
A)Same-sex marriage does not have the same beneficial effects on physical health as does heterosexual marriage.
B)Same-sex marriage does not have the same beneficial effects on psychological health as does heterosexual marriage.
C)Children born into same-sex marriages follow the same developmental patterns and are indistinguishable from other children.
D)As of 2014, same-sex marriage is legal in the majority of states in the United States.
Q2) A(n) ____________________ relationship is one in which either person is made to feel worthless.
Q3) ____________________ love combines passion, intimacy, and commitment over time.
Q4) Compare Sternberg's six types of love and demonstrate how varying combinations within a relationship can affect the satisfaction level of partners.
Q5) Combining intimacy and passion in a relationship results in ____________________ love.
Q6) ____________________ has often been described as "the most holy bond of society."
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Chapter 6: Personal Nutrition
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Q1) A fat molecule that contains as many hydrogen atoms as its carbon skeleton can hold is said to be _____.
A)saturated
B)supersaturated
C)unsaturated
D)subsaturated
Q2) Eating unwashed produce or undercooked beef, especially ground beef, is associated with increased risk of ____________________.
Q3) The basic fuel that our bodies need is found in sugars known as ____.
A)lactose
B)fructose
C)glucose
D)sucrose
Q4) Examples of micronutrients would be ____________________ and ____________________.
Q5) The Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 recommends that people should focus on consuming ___________________ foods and beverages.
Q6) A build up of ____________________ vitamins can cause damage to the liver, kidneys, and bones.
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Chapter 7: Managing Your Weight
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Q1) What percentage of people with eating disorders are male?
A)Less than 1%
B)About 3%
C)Between 5% and 10%
D)Approximately 13%
Q2) The hormone ____________________ sends signals to the brain that affect appetite.
Q3) Which description is most characteristic of an individual who binge eats?
A)They eat more slowly than usual.
B)They eat alone because of embarrassment.
C)They have a strict schedule for mealtimes.
D)They eat small amounts of food frequently.
Q4) Which brain chemical is most associated with the development of anorexia nervosa?
A)endorphin
B)serotonin
C)melatonin
D)acetylcholine
Q5) ____________________ is an FDA-approved weight loss drug that blocks fat absorption by the gut.
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Chapter 8: The Joy of Fitness
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Q1) Which factor most influences our flexibility?
A)race
B)blood type
C)gender
D)height
Q2) Skinfold measurement
A)type
B)metabolic equivalent of task
C)intensity
D)severe shivering
E)caliper
F)tendinitis
G)resistance tubing
H)osteoporosis
I)power
J)frequency
Q3) The range of motion around specific joints refers to ____________________.
Q4) ____________________ is the product of force and speed.
Q5) Differentiate between the four types of stretching.
Q6) The time required to respond to a stimulus is called ____________________ time.
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Chapter 9: Personal Sexuality
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Q1) ___________________ occurs when a man cannot delay his ejaculation long enough to satisfy his partner.
Q2) The average American adult reports having sex:
A)twice a week
B)once a week
C)twice a month
D)once a month
Q3) Describe the male and female hormones and the role they play in puberty.
Q4) There is an old joke that there are two kinds of people: those who masturbate and those who say they do not but do.Research indicates that ____ of women and ____ of men report they have masturbated.
A)1 of 2; 2 of 3
B)2 of 3; 4 of 4
C)7 of 10; 19 of 20
D)9 of 10; 99 of 100
Q5) ____________________ individuals combine aspects of both masculinity and femininity into their personalities and lifestyles.
Q6) Compare and contrast the male and female reproductive systems.
Q7) The male reproductive cells are called ____________________.
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Chapter 10: Reproductive Choices
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Q1) The contraceptive implant prevents pregnancy for what length of time?
A)5 months
B)1 year
C)3 years
D)15 years
Q2) used during abortion to stretch the cervix
A)multiphasic pills
B)Depo-Provera
C)Mirena
D)vasectomy
E)zygote
F)monophasic pills
G)Implanon
H)laminaria
I)miscarriage
J)Ortho Evra
Q3) ____________________ is the inability to conceive after one year of unprotected intercourse.
Q4) A device that is inserted into the uterus to prevent pregnancy by interfering with implantation is known as a(n) ____________________.
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Chapter 11: Lowering Your Risk of Sexually Transmitted
Infections
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Q1) Syphilis
A)the clap
B)blisters on genital area
C)crabs
D)not an STI
E)used to treat herpes
F)genital warts
G)fever blisters around the mouth
H)chancre
I)HIV test
J)most common bacterial STI
Q2) ____________________ is caused by a mite that burrows under the skin and lays eggs.
Q3) Herpes comes from the Greek word meaning ____________________.
Q4) Male condoms can reduce the risk of transmission of STIs by:
A)less than 10%
B)about 20%
C)about 30%
D)50% or more
Q5) ____________________ HIV testing is available in 39 states.
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Chapter 12: Avoiding Addictions
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Q1) MDMA belongs to a family of drugs called ____________________, which means "touching within."
Q2) Withdrawal refers to:
A)developing symptoms that cause psychological and physiological distress when an individual reduces or stops drug use
B)maladaptive behavioral, psychological, and physiologic changes that occur as a result of substance use
C)strong craving for a drug because it produces pleasurable feelings or relieves stress and anxiety
D)needing larger and larger doses to achieve intoxication or another desired effect
Q3) Which of the following is true of caffeinated energy drinks?
A)They may contain herbs that enhance the effects of caffeine.
B)They are no longer popular on campuses.
C)They really contain about the same amount of caffeine as do soft drinks.
D)They are tightly regulated by the FDA.
Q4) Drugs that produce vivid and unusual changes in thoughts, feelings, and perceptions are called ____________________.
Q5) ____________________ refers to improperly taking prescription drugs.
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Chapter 13: Alcohol
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Q1) Binge drinking for a man typically involves _____________________ or more drinks in a two-hour timeframe.
Q2) Which of the following is true of alcohol mixed with energy drinks (AmEDs)?
A)AmEDs usually contain a lower percentage of alcohol than does beer.
B)Females are more likely to consume AmEDs than are males.
C)The caffeine in AmEDs speeds the liver's metabolism of the alcohol.
D)The FDA has banned some premixed AmEDs.
Q3) How long does it take the alcohol in a typical drink to reach the bloodstream?
A)15 minutes
B)30 minutes
C)45 minutes
D)1 hour
Q4) The first phase of treatment for alcohol dependence focuses on:
A)detoxification
B)behavioral therapies
C)cognitive-behavioral techniques
D)biofeedback
Q5) Discuss the impact of alcohol on the body, describing the effect on specific organs and body systems.
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Q6) Discuss five factors that influence how the body reacts to alcohol.
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Chapter 14: Tobacco
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Q1) On average, smokers are ____________________ times more likely to have a heart attack.
Q2) deadly gas
A)nicotine patch
B)nicotine
C)COPD
D)tar
E)mainstream smoke
F)aversion therapy
G)sidestream smoke
H)Zyban
I)carbon monoxide
J)acetylcholine
Q3) What percentage of university students report that they have smoked tobacco in the past 30 days?
A)7
B)10
C)13
D)16
Q4) Smoking reduces blood flow to the penis, which can cause
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Chapter 15: Preventing Major Disease
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Q1) The term myocardial infarction describes a(n):
A)infection of the pericardium
B)heart attack
C)spasm of the heart
D)stiffening of the heart
Q2) What is the most common type of cancer in women?
A)lung
B)colon
C)breast
D)bladder
Q3) Describe four controllable and four uncontrollable risk factors that affect your cardiometabolic health.
Q4) Angina pectoris is best defined as a:
A)temporary drop in the oxygen supply to the heart that causes pain
B)hardening of the arteries typically resulting in shortness of breath
C)death of cardiac cells with no symptoms
D)spasm of the heart causes dizziness and nausea
Q5) A type of treatment for breast cancer that involves surgical removal of the entire breast is called a(n) ____________________.
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Q6) Open sores in the lining of the stomach are known as ____________________.
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Chapter 16: Infectious Illnesses
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Q1) Chronic fatigue syndrome:
A)affects men more than women
B)is characterized by intense headaches and blurry vision
C)has no known cure
D)improves with bed rest
Q2) the time between infection and appearance of first symptoms
A)HIV
B)vector
C)incubation period
D)systemic illness
E)autoimmune disorder
F)pandemic
G)meningitis
H)hepatitis
I)tuberculosis
J)Lyme disease
Q3) ____________________ attacks the membranes around the brain and spinal cord.
Q4) ____________________ are means of transmission for infectious diseases.
Q5) ____________________ are named for their halo-like appearance and lead to respiratory infection.
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Chapter 17: Traditional and Nontraditional Health Care
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Q1) Medical records belong to the:
A)patient
B)doctor
C)health insurance company
D)hospital
Q2) ____________________ are recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of various health problems based on evidence from scientific research
Q3) ____________________ is a traditional Indian medical treatment involving meditation, exercise, herbal medications, and nutrition.
Q4) Integrative medicine refers to:
A)combining selected elements of conventional and alternative medicines
B)the use of Ayurvedic medicine
C)an approach to medicine that primarily uses mental imagery
D)the exclusive use of herbal medicines for treatment
Q5) ____________________ is surgery to remove fatty tissue.
Q6) Women should start receiving a(n) ____________________ starting at 21 years of age.
Q7) A(n) ____________________ records the electrical activity of the heart.
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Q8) ____________________ includes dietary changes, steam baths, and exercise.
Chapter 18: Personal Safety
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Q1) Sexual intercourse with an unconsenting partner under actual or threatened force is considered ____________________.
Q2) The average age of male rape victims is ____________________.
Q3) In terms of sexuality, most men who rape other men consider themselves to be:
A)homosexual
B)heterosexual
C)bisexual
D)transsexual
Q4) domination and control
A)sadistic rape
B)stranger rape
C)motorcycling
D)GHB
E)road rage
F)power rape
G)repetitive motion injury
H)gang rape
I)stalking
J)acquaintance rape
Q5) ____________________ percent of American cyclists regularly wear helmets.
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Chapter 19: A Healthier Environment
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Q1) According to federal law, the maximum exposure allowed on the job is ___________________decibels for an 8 hour period.
Q2) smog air pollution
A)precycling
B)ozone
C)hertz
D)decibels
E)global warming
F)PET
G)increased blood pressure
H)tinnitus
I)second hand smoke
J)teratogens
Q3) ____ is the most widespread pollutant associated with damage to the immune system.
A)Radon gas
B)Sulfur oxide
C)Ozone
D)Nitrogen oxide
Q4) Ringing in the ears is called ____________________.
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Chapter 20: A Lifetime of Health
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Q1) An individual realizes that death is a reality in which Kübler-Ross stage?
A)bargaining
B)denial
C)depression
D)acceptance
Q2) The second stage of responding to death when a patient learns that death is coming is called ____________________.
Q3) ____________________ increases the risk of bone fractures.
Q4) An individual in a persistent vegetative state may:
A)moan
B)breath on their own
C)drink water
D)respond to pain
Q5) What term best describes a scene in which an individual survives a close brush with death and describes watching from the air as their own body is resuscitated?
A)autopsy
B)autoscopy
C)regeneration
D)post-trauma
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