8th grade EOC Review - 1

Nicole is having issues with her complexion. She wants to get the best possible care for her skin. Where should she look for the most reliable skincare information?

• The family dermatologist

• The TV ad about skin care

• The skin care kiosk at the mall

• The skincare article in her favorite magazine

Lisa and her mother have a personal health goal of walking one mile every day. Due to a work schedule change, her mother is unable to walk with her every day. What can Lisa do to maintain her cardiorespiratory health?

• Lift weights with her mother

• Find a new walking partner

• Stretch every morning with her mother

• Wait for her mother to become available

Jordan is doing a research for a health project dealing with X-ray services and a cost comparison between providers. Which might provide the most valid information?

• Journal about x-rays

• Internet search on x-ray providers

• Advertisement from an x-ray provider

• Talking to a health teacher about x-rays

Betsy wants to lose weight and stay healthy. What would be a good way for her to accomplish her goal?

• Stop eating

• Eat only protein

• Take a vitamin everyday

• Exercise and eat balanced meals

Zach's grandmother lives with his family. She has a heart condition, and Zach sometimes stays with her when the rest of the family goes out.

What course of action should Zach take to make sure he is prepared in case of an emergency?

• Take a CPR course

• Take a biology class

• Read a book about the heart

• Watch a movie about the heart

Kia wants to take a rock climbing class. What is a reason that her parents must sign a permission slip and waiver for this activity?

• So the staff will know Kia's cardiovascular fitness level.

• So the staff will know Kia's emergency contact information.

• So that her parents will know the amount of money it costs.

• So that her parents will know the amount of training the staff has.

Sally's behavior has changed in the past few weeks. She has been sad, cries a lot, and has been missing soccer practice. Who would be the best person to contact to get help for Sally?

• Her soccer coach

• Her school teacher

• Her school counselor

• Her soccer teammate

Billy feels stressed because he attends school full-time, works in the evening, and goes out with his friends very late at night. What is one action that he can take to reduce his stress level?

• Quit his part-time job

• Discontinue his classes

• Stop going out with friends

• Do not stay out late with friends

Aisha told her new friend about some social networking sites teenagers use. Which information is appropriate for her to post on a social networking site?

• Her daily routine

• The address of her home

• The number of sports awards she won

• The places she typically hangs out each day

Natalie went to her doctor because she was complaining of a severe sore throat. Her doctor informed her that she had a throat infection and should have her tonsils removed immediately. What should Natalie do at this time?

• She should consult with a family friend about their tonsil experience.

• She should do research online to find vitamins to treat her condition.

• She should be admitted to the hospital and have her tonsils removed.

• She should ignore her doctor's advice and treat herself with pain killers.