Personal Health and Wellness
Midterm Exam
Course Introduction
Personal Health and Wellness explores the fundamental concepts and practices necessary to achieve and maintain a healthy lifestyle. This course examines the interconnected dimensions of wellness, including physical, emotional, social, intellectual, and spiritual health. Students will gain insights into topics such as nutrition, physical activity, stress management, disease prevention, and healthy behavioral changes. Emphasis is placed on developing the skills and knowledge required to make informed decisions about personal well-being, enhance quality of life, and cultivate lifelong healthy habits.
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Connect Core Concepts in Health BIG 15th Edition by Paul M. Insel
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Chapter 1: Taking Charge of Your Health
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Q1) The first step in behavior change is to make a plan for the change.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
Q2) The health determinant that we have LEAST control over is A)diet.
B)exercise.
C)genetic makeup.
D)tobacco use.
Answer: C
Q3) Women have higher rates than men of which of the following risk factors for poorer health?
A)smoking
B)drinking
C)lower earnings
D)delayed doctor visits
Answer: C
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Chapter 2: Stress: The Constant Challenge
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Q1) All of the following are TRUE regarding the fight-or-flight reaction EXCEPT that
A)it is particularly well suited to coping with modern life.
B)it enables us to quickly escape from possible injury.
C)it prepares our bodies for action by boosting energy.
D)it enables our bodies to perceive danger more quickly.
Answer: A
Q2) Laughter does all of the following EXCEPT
A)aid digestion.
B)release endorphins.
C)ease pain.
D)increase blood pressure.
Answer: D
Q3) The branch of the autonomic nervous system that is activated when a person is agitated by a stressor is the _______________ nervous system.
A)central
B)somatic
C)parasympathetic
D)sympathetic
Answer: D
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Chapter 3: Psychological Health
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Q1) To help reduce social anxiety,
A)realize your nervousness is not as visible as you think.
B)monitor your stress reaction to stay on top of it.
C)avoid self-talk of any kind.
D)consider how your conversation partner evaluates your words and actions.
Answer: A
Q2) Symptoms of panic disorder typically include
A)a sudden drop in blood pressure.
B)a loss of physical equilibrium.
C)feeling apathetic and energetic.
D)a depressed heart rate.
Answer: B
Q3) The ability to share feelings without fear of rejection is most closely associated with A)acceptance.
B)autonomy.
C)intimacy.
D)creativity.
Answer: C
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Chapter 4: Intimate Relationships and Communication
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Q1) Which of the following is NOT among the important guidelines for ending a relationship?
A)"Give the relationship a fair chance before breaking up."
B)"Be fair and honest."
C)"Be tactful."
D)"Move on as quickly as possible."
Q2) The high American divorce rate is probably the result of
A)high emotional expectations of marriage.
B)a growing need to be independent.
C)increased mobility in our society.
D)the trend of marrying at younger ages.
Q3) In order to develop an identity as a couple,individuals need to lose some autonomy.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Of the following,which is the MOST constructive conflict resolution strategy?
A)providing selective information to minimize conflict
B)identifying options to get what each person wants
C)keeping track of who "wins" and who "loses"
D)using sexual intimacy to smooth over disagreements
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Chapter 5: Sex and Your Body
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Q1) Preejaculatory fluid may contain sperm.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Women who experience dysmenorrhea have _______________ menstruation.
A)lengthy
B)infrequent
C)painful
D)interrupted
Q3) The glans is
A)the rounded head of the clitoris or penis.
B)the scrotum sac.
C)the spongy component of the penis.
D)another word for testicle.
Q4) The fertilized egg is implanted in the _______________,where it grows into a fetus.
A)uterus
B)vagina
C)ovary
D)cervix
Q5) Name and describe the four phases of the human sexual response cycle.
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Chapter 6: Contraception
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Q1) Kristen has been recently diagnosed as having decreased bone density.She is sexually active with her boyfriend.Which type of hormonal contraceptive should she AVOID because it may reduce her bone density further?
A)minipill
B)NuvaRing
C)Depo-Provera
D)combination pill
Q2) Compliance seems higher for the contraceptive skin patch than for oral contraceptives because
A)the skin patch is easier to obtain.
B)it is safer than oral contraceptives.
C)the patch requires weekly instead of daily action.
D)the patch is cheaper.
Q3) If a woman is using the temperature method of birth control,she will calculate that her safe period will begin
A)three days after the rise in basil body temperature.
B)three days after the drop in basil body temperature.
C)seven days after the rise in basil body temperature.
D)seven days after the drop in basil body temperature.
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Chapter 7: Abortion
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Q1) Most induced abortions occur _______________ weeks of gestation.
A)within the first 9
B)at 9-12
C)at 13-16
D)at 16-20
Q2) A woman who has chosen to terminate her pregnancy is trying to decide between aspiration and medical abortion.Explain the key differences between these methods that might help a person decide between them.
Q3) What percentage of Americans say they believe that abortion is morally wrong?
A)about a quarter
B)about half
C)about two-thirds
D)about three-quarters
Q4) What did Roe v.Wade establish as the key criterion in establishing the point beyond which a woman's right to choose abortion becomes markedly restricted?
A)circumstance of impregnation
B)age of the mother
C)viability of the fetus
D)prevailing community attitude
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Chapter 8: Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Q1) Which of the following statements best describes the function of the placenta?
A)The placenta connects the mother's and the baby's blood supplies.
B)The placenta makes a two-way exchange of nutrients and waste materials between the mother and the fetus.
C)The placenta is a barrier that protects the developing baby from all harmful substances.
D)The placenta's only function is to carry nutrients and oxygen to the developing baby.
Q2) The earliest point in pregnancy in which a fetus is likely to be able to survive outside of the uterus is the
A)end of the third trimester.
B)end of the second trimester.
C)beginning of the second trimester.
D)middle of the third trimester.
Q3) Hegar's sign is
A)a bluish discoloration of the cervix.
B)the softening of the uterus near the cervix.
C)a home pregnancy test.
D)the presence of human chorionic gonadotropin.
Q4) Describe at least three of the early signs and symptoms of pregnancy.
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Chapter 9: Drug Use and Addiction
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Q1) Your cousin has confided in you that she thinks she might have a drug problem.She explains that lately she can only think about getting high and seems to need much more of the drug in order to achieve that high.She is having difficulty in school and has been reprimanded at her job for being late.She has tried to cut back on her use of the drug,but she got sick every time she tried to quit.Identify and define the criteria of a substance use disorder that apply to this individual.
Q2) Amphetamines can do all of the following EXCEPT
A)curb short-term appetite.
B)increase motor activity.
C)counteract fatigue.
D)improve complex thinking.
Q3) All of the following are characteristics associated with addictive behavior EXCEPT
A)an inability to recognize the risk of the behavior
B)craving
C)improved control
D)relapse and remission
Q4) Describe the pros and cons of medication-assisted treatment,groups and peer counseling,and harm reduction strategies in the treatment of addiction.
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Chapter 10: Alcohol: the Most Popular Drug
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Q1) Of the following,which is a recommended action for someone who is helping a friend who is very drunk?
A)Remind the person of how much he or she drank and what the consequences are likely to be.
B)Give the person a cold shower to increase alertness.
C)Order food for the person and tell him or her to drink several glasses of water.
D)Keep an eye on the person to be ready to help if he or she stops breathing.
Q2) One alcohol-related illness for infants born to mothers who drink during pregnancy is
A)cirrhosis of the liver.
B)alcohol-related cardiac myopathy.
C)alcohol-related neurodevelopmental disorder.
D)chronic pancreatitis.
Q3) The rate of metabolism of alcohol
A)is faster in chronic drinkers than it is in occasional drinkers.
B)is faster in occasional drinkers than in chronic drinkers.
C)is faster when a person drinks black coffee.
D)is slower when a person eats a large meal.
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Chapter 11: Tobacco Use
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Q1) Which of the following BEST describes the effects of smoking during pregnancy?
A)Smoking slightly increases a pregnant woman's chance of having a miscarriage.
B)Smoking during pregnancy can impair development but does not affect genetics.
C)Maternal smoking causes hundreds of infant deaths each year.
D)Smoking decreases a woman's chance of ectopic pregnancy.
Q2) Nicotine can be fatal in high doses.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Which of the following BEST describes cigar use?
A)Its popularity is highest among African American males.
B)It does not lead to nicotine addiction.
C)It releases fewer toxins and carcinogens than smoking cigarettes.
D)It is made more harmful by inhaling.
Q4) Smokers who switch to low-tar or low-nicotine cigarettes
A)take smaller puffs and take longer to smoke each cigarette.
B)do not inhale as deeply.
C)are more likely to quit than smokers of regular cigarettes.
D)are likely to begin smoking more cigarettes.
Q5) Choose one of the forms of tobacco other than ordinary cigarettes.Explain what it is,how it is used,and how it affects health.
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Chapter 12: Nutrition Basics
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Q1) Which of the following statements about vitamins is TRUE?
A)Vitamins are required by the body in large amounts.
B)Vitamins are important in the maintenance of the immune system.
C)Vitamins provide direct energy to the body.
D)Vitamins are best taken in the form of vitamin supplements.
Q2) A leading source of trans fats in the American diet is fried fast foods.
A)True B)False
Q3) Spending time in the sun facilitates vitamin D production in the body.
A)True B)False
Q4) One food that is rich in calcium is A)milk.
B)lean meat.
C)carrots.
D)apples.
Q5) Complete proteins are found in animal food sources. A)True B)False
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Chapter 13: Exercise for Health and Fitness
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Q1) Cool water is the best choice for fluid replacement for workouts lasting less than 90 minutes.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Describe the exercise guidelines suggested by the American College of Sports Medicine's 2011 report.Then list five strategies you could use to try to increase your level of daily lifestyle physical activity.
Q3) Stretching exercises should ideally be performed
A)with a swinging,bouncing motion.
B)within a 5-minute time period.
C)to the point of moderate pain.
D)5 to 7 days a week.
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 his maximum heart rate during endurance training.
D)staying in condition and avoiding haphazard programs.
Q5) An appropriate exercise duration depends primarily on exercise frequency. A)True B)False
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Chapter 14: Weight Management
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Q1) Body weight is a more important indicator of health than is body composition.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Type 2 diabetes
A)has been decreasing in recent decades.
B)is best prevented by eating a healthy diet and exercising.
C)always requires insulin injections as a method of treatment.
D)has obvious symptoms in the early stages.
Q3) Resting metabolic rate is the
A)energy required to maintain vital body functions.
B)sum of all the processes by which the body uses food energy.
C)body's daily energy expenditure.
D)energy required to digest food.
Q4) About one-half of deaths associated with anorexia are from suicide.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Define essential fat and percent body fat.Identify and describe three methods for assessing body weight and body composition.
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Chapter 15: Cardiovascular Health
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Q1) Which of the following is a treatment for CVD if detected?
A)angina pectoris
B)balloon angioplasty
C)electrocardiogram
D)angiogram
Q2) The coronary arteries draw oxygenated blood away from the heart.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Diets high in folic acid raise levels of homocysteine and cardiovascular disease risk.
A)True
B)False
Q4) High blood pressure is also known as A)atherosclerosis.
B)heart attack.
C)hypertension.
D)cardiomyopathy.
Q5) Insulin resistance is a marker for metabolic syndrome. A)True B)False
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Chapter 16: Cancer
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Q1) Carcinogens are best described as
A)substances within the body that can cause mutations.
B)substances that increase the growth rate of cells.
C)environmental mutagens that cause cancer.
D)tumors that invade surrounding tissues.
Q2) Which of the following statements regarding bladder cancer is FALSE?
A)Bladder cancer is four times more common in women than it is in men.
B)Bladder cancer is linked to tobacco use.
C)Risk factors include occupational exposure to chemicals used in the dye,rubber,and leather industries.
D)The first signs of cancer are increased frequency of urination and/or blood in the urine.
Q3) All tumors are cancerous.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Which one of the following best describes leukemia?
A)benign disease of the lymph system
B)cancerous disease of the white blood cells
C)nonmelanoma skin cancer
D)benign disorder of glucose metabolism
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Chapter 17: Immunity and Infection
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Q1) Malaria can cause anemia.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Influenza usually causes all of the following symptoms EXCEPT A)fever.
B)severe fatigue.
C)chest discomfort.
D)gastrointestinal distress.
Q3) Chemicals responsible for the dilation and increased permeability of blood vessels in the inflammatory response are called A)histamines.
B)antigens.
C)antibodies.
D)lymphocytes.
Q4) Most contagious diseases are caused by A)bacteria.
B)viruses.
C)protozoa.
D)allergens.
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Chapter 18: Sexually Transmitted Infections
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Q1) It may be difficult,but it is crucially important to inform a sexual partner that you have an STI.
A)True
B)False
Q2) HIV lives only within cells and body fluids,not outside the body.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Drug-resistant strains of HIV are developing rapidly.
A)True
B)False
Q4) People with AIDS are vulnerable to a number of serious and often fatal opportunistic diseases.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Inflammation of the liver is known as A)hepatitis.
B)jaundice.
C)Treponema pallidum. D)epididymitis.
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Chapter 19: Environmental Health
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Q1) Which of the following statements about poverty and health is FALSE?
A)Residents living in poor neighborhoods are often exposed to more environmental toxins than residents living in wealthier communities.
B)Poor neighborhoods are common sites for hazardous waste production.
C)Studies show that children from wealthy families have higher concentrations of lead in their blood than do children from poor families.
D)Asthma is a growing problem in poor families.
Q2) Pollen is a form of air pollution.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Sustainable development refers to development that meets society's current needs and
A)maintains a consistent energy-in energy-out balance annually.
B)does not impede future generations from meeting theirs.
C)caps energy use at current annual levels.
D)gradually reduces energy use over time.
Q4) Noise pollution can cause hearing loss and stress-related illnesses.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 20: Conventional and Complementary Medicine
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Q1) Fatima has a cough for three weeks.Which of the following is likely to be Fatima's best option for addressing this symptom?
A)waiting two more weeks to see if she improves B)treating herself
C)checking with a physician
D)going to the emergency room
Q2) Professionally administered diagnostic tests are 100 percent accurate. A)True B)False
Q3) Which of the following is needed to effectively manage one's medical problems?
A)You need to learn to how to be a good observer and assess your symptoms.
B)You need to be able to decide when to seek professional advice.
C)You need to know how to safely self-treat common medical issues.
D)You need to do all of these.
Q4) Aspirin should not be given to children or adolescents who have chicken pox. A)True B)False
Q5) Hypnosis is one therapy offered only by conventional medical professionals. A)True B)False
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Chapter 21: Personal Safety
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Q1) Which of the following statements about preventing poisoning by gases is TRUE?
A)You should never operate a vehicle in an enclosed space.
B)You should have your furnace inspected every five years.
C)You should keep a window open in the house at all times.
D)All of these statements are true.
Q2) Males who hold traditional beliefs about gender roles tend to have
A)a higher risk for violent behavior toward their partners.
B)inflated levels of self-esteem.
C)fewer problems with alcohol abuse.
D)little need to demonstrate dominance over their partners.
Q3) Eva plans to go to a club near campus on Friday night.List at least eight strategies that can help Eva stay safe.Include strategies for avoiding assault while traveling to and from the club and strategies for avoiding sexual assault,including drug-induced date rape,while at the club.
Q4) Most of the perpetrators of workplace violence are
A)Hispanic males.
B)African American males.
C)white females.
D)white males.
Q5) List ten strategies for reducing the risk of motor vehicle injuries.
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Chapter 22: Aging: A Vital Process
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Q1) The medical term for deterioration of mental functioning resulting from a brain disorder is A)dementia.
B)senility.
C)Alzheimer's disease. D)AMD.
Q2) Regular physical exercise contributes to healthy aging by enhancing or protecting all of the following EXCEPT A)lung capacity.
B)hearing ability.
C)fluid intelligence.
D)immune functioning.
Q3) Regular physical activity can fend off sarcopenia. A)True
B)False
Q4) Healthful lifestyles can extend the maximum human life span. A)True
B)False
Q5) Identify and explain the most common forms of government financial and medical aid offered to older Americans.
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Chapter 23: Dying and Death
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Q1) The "right to die" issue came to national attention in 1975 with the landmark case involving
A)Nancy Cruzan.
B)Karen Ann Quinlan.
C)Terri Schiavo.
D)Dr.Jack Kevorkian.
Q2) The case of Karen Ann Quinlan involved the withdrawal of life-sustaining treatment.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Another name for a health care proxy is a durable power of attorney.
A)True
B)False
Q4) After the initial phase of grief passes,the course of grief is next characterized by A)numbness.
B)a sense of disbelief.
C)shock.
D)pain of separation.
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