HBSE Chapter 3

Front

Which system consists of glands and affects metabolism by secreting hormones?

Back

endocrine

Front

People with lower SES have greater exposure to such environmental hazards as air, water, and noise pollution.

Back

True

Front

Kumar has severe test anxiety. It is the night before his toughest final exam, and he is tense and wide awake. Which neurotransmitter likely has the largest role in his emotional state?

Back

norepinephrine

Front

Comprehensive analysis requires knowledge of all biological systems, exterior environment conditions, and their reciprocal influence.

Back

True

Front

Which biological system’s primary function is to defend the body against disease?

Back

immune system

Front

The basic unit of all the nervous systems is a(n) ________.

Back

neuron

Front

Which statement about health care is true? Options: All Americans have the same access to health care. People living in poverty are more at risk for poor health. People living in wealth are more at risk for poor health. People living in poverty use health care services more often than other populations.

Back

People living in poverty are more at risk for poor health.

Front

Annette has a difficult time getting to the doctor’s office as she has no vehicle and must save up for months to pay her deductible. Which effect of socioeconomic status does this scenario suggest Annette is struggling with?

Back

differential access to health care

Front

In assessment and intervention, social work should consider the ways in which an individual’s interior environments may impact ______.

Back

a network of other people in the individual’s life

Front

Which term means to think about our thinking?

Back

Metacognition