ch 4 Quiz

All of the following increases bone health EXCEPT

• swimming
• jogging
• walking
• dancing

Hypokinetic diseases refer to those that are caused by

• high cholesterol.
• infections.
• inactivity.
• high blood pressure.

All fats and fatty substances in the bloodstream are referred to as

• lipids
• leukocytes.
• fibrin
• leptin

Laura has a total cholesterol value of 242 mg/dl. This value would place her in which category?

• optimal
• borderline
• desirable
• high risk

Which of the following would represent an optimal or desirable blood lipid profile?

• LDL < 100, HDL > 60
• LDL > 200 and HDL > 60
• total cholesterol < 240
• LDL < 100, total cholesterol < 300

Which of the following is TRUE of hypertension?

• Regular exercise helps reduce blood pressure for those with hypertension.
• People with high blood pressure have a reduced risk of strokes.
• A systolic blood pressure of 120 is considered high risk.
• Those with hypertension usually present with many symptoms, including dizziness and fainting.

Chest pain is also known as

• angina pectoris.
• atherosclerosis.
• pectoralis major.
• coronary bypass.

Which of the following is TRUE about activity and atherosclerosis?

• Regular activity can help to reduce blood lipid levels.
• Regular activity reduces levels of HDL cholesterol.
• Regular activity increases fibrin levels in the blood.
• All of these answers are correct.

Which of the following is TRUE regarding physical activity and diabetes?

• Physical activity reduces diabetes risk by improving sensitivity to insulin.
• Type II diabetes cannot be influenced by physical activity.
• Physical activity is not recommended for Type I diabetics.
• Diabetes is a genetic condition not influenced by lifestyle.

Which of the following is TRUE regarding activity and osteoporosis?

• Peak bone mass is achieved late in adulthood.
• Weight training is not effective for improving bone health.
• Activity reduces an individual's peak bone mass.
• Activity helps in maintaining bone density and decreasing risk for osteoporosis.