Foundations of Health Promotion Study Guide Questions
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Foundations of Health Promotion introduces students to the fundamental principles, theories, and practices in the field of health promotion. The course covers the historical evolution of health promotion, models of behavior change, strategies for designing effective interventions, and the role of social, environmental, and policy factors in shaping health outcomes. Students explore how health promotion can be used to prevent disease, improve quality of life, and address disparities across diverse populations. Through interactive case studies and practical assignments, learners develop the skills necessary to assess community health needs and implement evidence-based health promotion strategies in various settings.
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Concepts of Fitness And Wellness A Comprehensive Lifestyle Approach 11th Edition by Charles Corbin
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Chapter 1: Health, Wellness, Fitness, and Healthy Lifestyles:
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Q1) What is the primary purpose of self-assessments of lifestyles?
A)provide a comparison to others
B)identify areas in which you may need to make improvements
C)learn measurement skills
D)get motivated by seeing your weaknesses
Answer: B
Q2) What is another name for skill-related fitness?
A)hand-eye coordination
B)motor fitness
C)performance fitness
D)metabolic fitness
Answer: B
Q3) Which of the following is an example of a hypokinetic condition?
A)adult-onset diabetes
B)athlete's foot
C)sinus infection
D)allergy
Answer: A
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Chapter 2: Determinants of Lifelong Health, Wellness, and Fitness
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Q1) The three priority healthy lifestyles are regular physical activity,sound nutrition,and A)low cholesterol.
B)low blood pressure.
C)stress management.
D)normal body weight.
Answer: C
Q2) Factors that influence your health,wellness,and fitness are typically referred to as
A)enablers.
B)reinforcers.
C)antecedents.
D)determinants.
Answer: D
Q3) Which of the following health determinants do we have SOME control over?
A)environmental factors
B)health-care system
C)heredity/age/disability
D)both environmental factors and health-care system
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: Self-Management and Self-Planning Skills for Health Behavior Change
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Q1) Which of the following is TRUE regarding behavior change?
A)Predisposing factors lead to enabling factors.
B)Reinforcing factors are more important than enabling factors.
C)Enabling factors are important for people in the precontemplation stage.
D)Predisposing factors are most important for initiating behavior change.
Answer: D
Q2) Goal setting and self-assessment are examples of which behavior change factor?
A)predisposing
B)reinforcing
C)enabling
D)personal
Answer: C
Q3) Which of the following is considered to be the first step in planning for healthy lifestyles?
A)identifying needs
B)setting goals
C)clarifying reasons
D)selecting program components
Answer: C
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Chapter 4: Preparing for Physical Activity
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Q1) Delayed onset muscle soreness is due to A)protein consumption.
B)lactic acid build up.
C)microscopic muscle tears.
D)increased range of motion during activity.
Q2) What is recommended for the care of tendonitis?
A)ice and rest
B)compression
C)Tylenol
D)elevation
Q3) Joe is 47 years old,inactive,and has high blood pressure.What advice would you give him about beginning vigorous exercise?
A)Exercise in your target heart zone to be safe.
B)Get professional screening before beginning a vigorous exercise program.
C)Try biking instead of running to minimize risk.
D)See a personal trainer before getting starteD.
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Chapter 5: The Health Benefits of Physical Activity
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Q1) Which of the following would represent an optimal or desirable blood lipid profile?
A)LDL > 200 and HDL > 60
B)total cholesterol < 240
C)LDL < 100,HDL > 60
D)LDL < 100,total cholesterol < 300
Q2) The term "hypokinetic" literally refers to
A)low blood sugar.
B)low sugar.
C)low body temperature.
D)lack of movement.
Q3) Auxiliary blood vessels that take over normal coronary blood circulation when blood flow is diminished are called
A)collateral circulation.
B)corollary circulation.
C)athero circulation.
D)coronary thrombosis.
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Chapter 6: How Much Physical Activity Is Enough
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Q1) Which two factors are especially important when applying the FITT principle?
A)experience and history
B)volume and pattern
C)rest and recovery
D)training and condition
Q2) Which category of the activity pyramid do "lifestyle" activities typically fall into?
A)light
B)moderate
C)muscle fitness
D)flexibility
Q3) Which principle supports the need to do more than normal for benefits to occur?
A)specificity
B)frequency
C)overload
D)progression
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Chapter 7: Moving From Inactivity to Moderate-Intensity
Active Lifestyles
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Q1) What factors contribute to the energy cost of a given activity?
A)person's weight
B)intensity of activity
C)duration of activity
D)all of the above
Q2) Which of the following MET ranges is used to reflect "light" activity?
A).5 to 1.0 METS
B)1.0 to 1.5 METS
C)1.5 to 3.0 METS
D)2.0 to 4.0 METS
Q3) Which of the following is the basic activity recommendation from the ACSM and CDC?
A)Perform 30 minutes of moderate activity most days of the week.
B)Accumulate at least 200 calories per week from activity.
C)Perform some form of vigorous activity every day.
D)Reduce sedentary time to two hours per day.
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Chapter 8: Cardiorespiratory Endurance
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Q1) VO2 max refers to maximum
A)air ventilation.
B)cardiac pulse.
C)oxygen consumption.
D)exercise intensity.
Q2) Which of the following is good advice for checking your heart rate?
A)Press the fingers firmly against the Adam's apple.
B)Find the radial pulse on the outside of an upturned elbow.
C)Count for 15 seconds after exercise and multiply by 6.
D)Avoid 6-second pulse counts because the chance of errors increases.
Q3) Target zones for cardiorespiratory endurance are most accurate if they are based on a percentage of
A)metabolic rate.
B)heart rate reserve.
C)maximal heart rate.
D)maximal speeD.
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Chapter 9: Vigorous Aerobics, Sports, and Recreational Activities
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Q1) Which of the following is true?
A)Participation in vigorous physical activity can substitute for moderate physical activity in meeting guidelines.
B)People who do vigorous physical activity above the minimum get additional benefits.
C)Moderate physical activity is not intense enough for health benefits in fit individuals.
D)both A and B
Q2) Which is characteristic of "spinning" classes on a bike?
A)changing speeds and intensities
B)high intensity
C)easy cadence for beginning cyclists
D)incorporation of resistance activity
Q3) Which of the following activities are categorized at the base of the activity pyramid?
A)walking
B)yard work
C)golf
D)all of the above
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Chapter 10: Muscle Fitness and Resistance Exercise
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Q1) Which of the following forms of training may make use of the BOSU and Swiss balls?
A)plyometrics
B)isometric training
C)functional balance training
D)isokinetic training
Q2) Pushing against a brick wall is an example of a(n)
A)isotonic workout.
B)isokinetic workout.
C)dynamic workout.
D)none of the above
Q3) Good muscle fitness is associated with A)looking one's best.
B)improved athletic performance.
C)wellness.
D)all of the above
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Chapter 11: Flexibility
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Q1) The type of stretching exercise believed to be most effective at improving flexibility is A)dynamic.
B)static passive.
C)statiC.
D)PNF.
Q2) What purpose(s)does stretching at the end of a workout serve?
A)increasing strength and cooling-down
B)building flexibility and reducing soreness
C)building flexibility and cooling-down
D)both A and B
Q3) Which of the following is NOT true regarding static and dynamic flexibility?
A)Static flexibility is the maximum range a joint can achieve under stationary conditions.
B)Dynamic flexibility is the maximum range a joint can achieve under active conditions.
C)Good static flexibility is necessary for good dynamic flexibility.
D)Good static flexibility ensures good dynamic flexibility.
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Chapter 12: Body Mechanics: Posture, Questionable
Exercises, and Care of the Back and Neck
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Q1) Where in the body are the cervical vertebrae located?
A)upper back
B)neck
C)lower back
D)coccyx
Q2) Which of the following is NOT true regarding "microtrauma?"
A)It is a term used to describe small accumulated damage to the body over time.
B)The microscopic tissue changes caused by trauma are often felt before disease sets in.
C)It is a form of injury that can lead to conditions such as disc herniation and carpal tunnel syndrome.
D)Damage due to microtrauma is often considered a "silent injury."
Q3) Which of the following can contribute to poor posture?
A)heart disease
B)high blood pressure
C)environmental factors
D)all the above
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Chapter 13: Performance Benefits of Physical Activity
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Q1) In periodization,the emphasis shifts from _______ to _______ as the training progresses.
A)intensity;volume
B)volume;intensity
C)aerobic;anaerobic
D)anaerobic;aerobic
Q2) Power is described as
A)how strong you are compared to others in your age group.
B)how much one can bench press one time.
C)combination of strength and endurance.
D)combination of strength and speeD.
Q3) Regular anaerobic exercise enables the body to better tolerate
A)VO2.
B)oxygen.
C)lactic acid.
D)muscle spasms.
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Chapter 14: Body Composition
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Q1) Which of the following is most likely to be the cause of "creeping obesity?"
A)increased caloric intake with age
B)increased metabolic rate with age
C)decreased exercise with age
D)glandular problems that develop after age 30
Q2) Which are the most common symptoms of bulimia?
A)extreme thinness and overexercise
B)binging and purging
C)lack of eating and excessive exercise
D)low body fat and high-level athletic skills
Q3) Which indicator is used to reflect visceral fat distribution?
A)somatotype
B)bioelectric impedance
C)waist circumference
D)height to weight ratio
Q4) Which of the following is true about obesity?
A)It can be preventable by crash diets.
B)It is a normal part of the aging process.
C)It is a result of eating more calories than you expend.
D)It is ultimately caused by glandular problems.
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Chapter 15: Nutrition
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Q1) The average intake of dietary fiber is much lower than the recommended amount of _______ g/day.
A)15-20
B)25-35
C)35-45
D)45-50
Q2) Which is true about complex carbohydrates?
A)They are high in calories and lead to weight gain.
B)They should comprise the bulk of your diet.
C)They are removed in most processed food.
D)They promote cholesterol formation.
Q3) What is the best example of a complex carbohydrate?
A)hot dog
B)pasta
C)cheese
D)soda
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Chapter 16: Managing Diet and Activity for Healthy Body
Fatness
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Q1) Reducing consumption of snacks in vending machines is an example of which weight control technique?
A)environmental change
B)practicing dietary restraint
C)self-monitoring
D)avoiding social norms
Q2) Large short-term changes in body weight from day to day are most likely to result from changes in
A)body fat.
B)body water.
C)protein.
D)bone.
Q3) Which of the following is NOT one of the components of daily energy expenditure?
A)energetics
B)basal metabolism
C)physical activity
D)thermogenesis
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Chapter 17: Stress and Health
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Q1) Of the following types of events,which is considered the least stressful?
A)negative
B)ambiguous
C)uncontrollable
D)controllable
Q2) Which of the following reflects the meaning of "stress reactivity?"
A)an index of stress used in national surveys
B)the evaluation of resources needed to address the stressor
C)the difference between genders in the perception of stress
D)the extent to which the sympathetic nervous system is activated by a stressor
Q3) People who have a type A personality are characterized by
A)boredom due to lack of sufficient stress.
B)a lower risk for unhealthy lifestyles.
C)an interest in supporting others.
D)enjoyment of highly competitive situations.
Q4) The excessive level of stress that compromises our function is known as A)eustress.
B)distress.
C)stressors.
D)alarm.
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Chapter 18: Stress Management, Relaxation, and Time Management
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Q1) Which of the following is an example of an emotion-focused coping strategy?
A)writing down steps that could be taken
B)exercising to take your mind off the problem
C)changing negative thoughts
D)getting advice from your friends
Q2) A person's cognitive and psychological efforts to manage stress is known as
A)cognitions.
B)coping.
C)adjusting.
D)hardiness.
Q3) Which coping strategy is most effective for problems that are not within your control?
A)planning-centered
B)appraisal-based
C)emotion-focused
D)solution-oriented
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Chapter 19: The Use and Abuse of Tobacco
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Q1) What is the most frequently cited reason for difficulty in quitting smoking?
A)withdrawal symptoms
B)weight gain
C)stress
D)cravings
Q2) Which of the following is most likely to be true of smokeless tobacco?
A)It is not as dangerous as cigarettes.
B)It is not as addictive as cigarettes.
C)It is a major cause of mouth and throat cancer.
D)It is used primarily by females.
Q3) A "chipper" is someone that
A)only smokes in the morning.
B)smokes the cheapest cigarettes available.
C)doesn't smoke every day.
D)only smokes menthol cigarettes.
Q4) The best advice for quitting smoking is to
A)be successful the first time.
B)have a friend quit at the same time.
C)keep trying until successful.
D)throw cigarettes away and stop "cold turkey."
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Chapter 20: The Use and Abuse of Alcohol
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Q1) Which of the following is the active drug in alcoholic beverages?
A)ethanol
B)methanol
C)isopropyl
D)proof
Q2) Who will have the highest blood alcohol concentration after consuming two drinks?
A)a 100-pound male
B)a 100-pound female
C)a 150-pound male
D)a 150-pound female
Q3) Which alcoholic beverage causes sharper increases in the blood alcohol concentration (due to faster rates of consumption)?
A)liquor
B)beer
C)red wine
D)white wine
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Chapter 21: The Use and Abuse of Other Drugs
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Q1) The term "substance use disorder" refers to using A)drugs to an extent that they lead to an impairment of function.
B)drugs with harmful effects.
C)illegal drugs.
D)narcotic drugs.
Q2) According to a recent study,use of marijuana increased the risk of experiencing A)generalized anxiety disorder.
B)panic attacks.
C)phobias.
D)schizophrenia.
Q3) Alcohol belongs to which classification of drug?
A)stimulant
B)depressant
C)hallucinogen
D)narcotic
Q4) Which of the following factors is NOT likely to make someone use or abuse drugs?
A)ease of access
B)method of usage
C)knowledge about drug effects
D)genetic sensitivity
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Chapter 22: Preventing Sexually Transmitted Infections
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Q1) Which of the following is caused by a virus?
A)chancroid
B)syphilis
C)herpes
D)gonorrhea
Q2) College students are at an increased risk for HIV and other STIs because many students
A)do not share their STI status after getting tested.
B)practice serial monogamy.
C)are more likely to have sex with a same-sex partner.
D)don't understand how STIs are transmitteD.
Q3) Which of the following has been the most frequently reported STI in the United States for the past decade?
A)genital herpes
B)genital warts
C)gonorrhea
D)chlamydia
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Chapter 23: Cancer,Diabetes,and Other Health Threats
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Q1) Which of the following is TRUE regarding ovarian cancer?
A)Risk is greater among those that have had breast cancer.
B)Symptoms may include abdominal swelling and digestive disturbance.
C)Risk is greater among women that have not been pregnant.
D)All of the above are true.
Q2) Which of the following levels on a fasting blood glucose level indicate diabetes?
A)values greater than 5 mg/dl
B)values less than 50
C)values greater than 125
D)values less than 100
Q3) What is the primary concern influencing PSA screening guidelines?
A)The screening isn't effective.
B)The screening may lead to unnecessary worry and excessive over-treatment.
C)The screening procedure has negative side effects.
D)The screening takes too long to perform.
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Chapter 24: Evaluating Fitness and Wellness Products:
Becoming an Informed Consumer
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Q1) Which of the following statements is LEAST likely to be true regarding information found on the Internet?
A)Internet regulations ensure that claims posted online are accurate.
B)In general,government websites are good sources that contain valid information prepared by experts and based on scientific research.
C)In general,websites sponsored by educational institutions are good sources that contain valid information.
D)National organizations or agencies can provide excellent resources for your benefit.
Q2) Which of the following is TRUE about vitamin supplementation?
A)Studies now suggest that with vitamins,more is clearly better.
B)Studies have reported negative long-term consequences of long-term use in people who do not have nutritional deficiencies.
C)Studies have not specifically tested the effects of vitamins on health.
D)Studies evaluating risks of vitamin deficiency are flaweD.
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Chapter 25: Toward Optimal Health and Wellness: Planning for Healthy Lifestyle Change
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Q1) A medical power of attorney
A)spells out the treatments you desire in the case of severe illness.
B)provides counseling in court regarding medical malpractice.
C)is unnecessary for individuals under 30 years of age.
D)is uncommon in the United States but popular in Europe.
Q2) Supportive personal relationships and stress management skills are important for which dimension of wellness?
A)spiritual environment
B)social environment
C)emotional environment
D)intellectual environment
Q3) In the HELP philosophy,"L" means
A)lots of people can pursue better health.
B)it can be done for a lifetime.
C)lifestyle can be adjusted.
D)liberal attitudes should be adopteD.
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