WorksheetsHealth CBE study guide
Total questions: 77
Worksheet time: 39mins
Health insurance is an important part of the American health care system.
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Childhood diseases rarely have serious consequences.
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Early detection increases the likelihood that treatment will be effective.
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A disease cannot be detected until symptoms emerge.
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Sudden weight gain can be a sign of illness.
stress
exercise
pollution
proper health care
The purpose of prenatal care is to
identify potential health problems with a baby.
make sure that the parents know the gender of the child.
ensure that maternity wards of hospitals are used effectively.
effectively monitor the number of children born in the United States.
In the American health care system, patient care generally begins
in a hospital.
in a hospital.
with a family doctor.
with emergency services.
Obesity is defined as being what percentage over the ideal weight?
10%
20%
25%
30%
What is the human immunodeficiency (HIV) virus?
The final stage of AIDS
Another name for AIDS
The virus that causes AIDS
A disease closely resembling AIDS
All of the following make clinical depression different from the kinds of depression one faces after a difficult loss EXCEPT
it can lead to thoughts of suicide
a person feels generally sad or lacks energy.
it lasts longer than depression triggered by an event.
there is not necessarily a sad event associated with it.
Vaccine requirements are an example of
the latest technology.
a disregard for science.
the government addressing a public health issue.
parents being unable to make choices about their children’s medical care.
The example of autism is included in the unit to
demonstrate environmental hazards.
highlight the fact that there is no cure.
discourage people from getting vaccines.
show why it is important to monitor children’s development.
AIDS impacts the body by
causing cancer.
attacking the immune system.
requiring a highly restricted diet.
causing sudden unexplained weight gain.
All of the following are part of maintaining health EXCEPT
eating junk food.
regular exercise.
regular visits to doctors.
awareness of mental health.
Peer pressure is always negative.
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Junk food is very low in nutrition.
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false
In a healthy diet, every meal must perfectly mirror the MyPlate standards.
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Anyone who abuses alcohol is an alcoholic.
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A blood alcohol content of .08 means a person is legally intoxicated in most states.
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false
How much moderate exercise is recommended per week?
20 minutes
100 minutes
150 minutes
180 minutes
Smoking is responsible for what percentage of deaths in the United States?
33%
20%
50%
.08%
A good friend will do all of the following EXCEPT
support your goals.
belittle your efforts.
give honest feedback.
encourage positive choices.
If a person dies as a result of taking an excessive amount of drugs, this is called
a high.
drug abuse.
an accident.
an overdose.
Why do addicts need great quantities of drugs over time?
They enjoy drugs more over time.
They generally have more money to spend on drugs.
hey have to replace over-the-counter drugs with prescription drugs.
Individuals build up a tolerance to drugs and need more to get the same results.
What makes a person’s blood alcohol content decrease?
Time
Hot coffee
Eating food
Taking aspirin
Binge eating is a health problem because
it can lead to obesity.
it can be expensive.
it makes exercise impossible.
only people with eating disorders binge eat.
Threatening to expose a person who doesn't do what you want is
elder abuse.
verbal abuse.
physical abuse.
psychological abuse.
The author includes the point that 28 people are killed every day by drunk drivers to
discourage teens from driving.
convince people to stop at stop signs.
illustrate the dangers of drunk driving.
persuade legislators to make stricter laws.
Those in a family need to be particularly aware of germ-killing practices because
they will be immune to the same disease.
there will be a lot of opportunities to transmit germs.
they are related and therefore share the same germs.
they cannot get communicable diseases from each other.
Teens often have a harder time standing up to peer pressure than adults do
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false
If an advertisement represents a product as healthy, you can believe it.
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false
If people know a product is not healthy, they will refuse to purchase it.
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false
If a person eats junk food, the other food choices that day should be very healthy to maintain a balanced diet.
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false
Showing a certain behavior in a film or on television can make the behavior seem normal.
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Information about all of the following is available through 2-1-1 services EXCEPT
mental health services.
community food banks.
volunteer opportunities.
emergency medical services.
All of the following are examples of a positive media influence on health EXCEPT
a PSA about the dangers of drunk driving.
an advertisement for low-cost dental work.
a commercial for a diet pill that does not have FDA approval.
a report on the health risks associated with remaining seated most of the day.
All of the following would limit the negative impacts of screen time EXCEPT
eating only healthy snacks while watching movies or not snacking at all.
getting daily exercise in before watching television or surfing the Internet.
taking breaks to stretch and walk around periodically when watching television.
being the first to “binge watch” a new show or series by watching around the clock.
Nutritional requirements for the food in the school cafeteria are designed to
manage a student’s entire diet.
ensure that the food aligns with students’ taste.
provide those dining at school with adequate nutrition.
educate students about nutrition and other healthy habits.
“Tips from Former Smokers” uses which of the following techniques to illustrate the hazards of smoking?
Providing relevant statistics
Giving helpful suggestions for how to quit smoking
Criticizing the tobacco industry for misleading the public
Illustrating the long-term health problems smoking causes
Advertisements often feature individuals participating in fun activities in order to
associate the product with a positive emotion.
show their products are designed for vacations.
encourage people to make lifestyle changes that promote fun.
to make sure the product’s use is displayed as accurately as possible.
You should exercise with a buddy so that
you can support each other.
you will burn more calories.
it makes exercising harder to plan.
exercise should always be a collective decision.
Smoking was banned in many public places to
set the stage for a national ban on smoking.
minimize the health risks of secondhand smoke.
attempt to drive big tobacco companies out of business.
encourage more people to be out in public spaces like parks.
How does limiting advertising for smoking help reduce the number of smokers?
Only smokers are featured in advertisements.
Only people over the age of 18 are allowed to buy cigarettes.
It's harder for tobacco companies to attract new smokers without advertising.
Advertising does not include information about the health risks associated with smoking.
The goal of advertising is to
sell products.
influence regulation.
promote healthy habits.
provide the public with reliable information.
All food at fast casual restaurants is healthy.
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A high birth rate means that families are having a lot of children.
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Fresh foods generally do not keep as long as processed foods.
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Cultural pressure to stay married is always good for families.
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People whose parents make poor ethical decisions will grow up to make poor decisions.
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The goal of a negotiation should be to
win.
communicate effectively.
take advantage of others’ weaknesses.
make sure that both sides are happy with the conclusion.
Which of the following is an example of delayed gratification?
Exercising every day
Using credit cards to pay for a vacation
Recognizing the long-term consequences of smoking
Saving for the down payment on a house before buying one
The birth rate has recently increased for women in what age group?
18–25
26–35
36–43
44–49
An impulsive decision is likely to be based on
detailed research.
careful consideration.
positive past experiences.
what sounds good in the moment.
Negative norms occur when
people reject positive norms.
the norms apply to only a few people.
no one community establishes the norms.
people in a group regularly participate in negative behaviors.
When communicating your ethics, you should avoid
judging others.
stating your values.
standing your ground.
considering others’ perspectives.
All of the following are short-term consequences of intense exercise EXCEPT
sweating.
increased heart rate.
sustained weight loss.
some physical discomfort.
Which of the following is true of social conformity and peer pressure?
They have very little in common.
They cause most negative behavior.
They can shape individuals’ behavior.
They are the same in every situation.
All of the following are examples of cultural shifts EXCEPT
couples having fewer children.
people choosing not to marry before having children.
decades without significant changes in the birth rate.
women's expanded access to professional careers.
An example of a positive norm that benefits society is
driving.
smoking.
recycling.
all of the above.
Natural disasters are always more harmful than man-made disasters.
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false
A history of abuse can negatively impact future relationships.
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Recovering form addiction often requires medical care for the body as well as the mind.
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An individual’s personal health history is one factor that determines how serious a medical situation is.
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There is usually only one appropriate course of treatment for medical issues.
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Police officers, medical professionals, and teachers are mandated reporters because
protecting people is the primary function of their jobs.
they all work for the government and therefore must report problems.
they are the only people capable of recognizing abuse when they see it.
they are more likely than those in other professions to notice signs of abuse.
Which of the following is a life-threatening emergency?
A headache
A broken arm
A heart attack
A stomach flu
The fact that x-ray machines and other imaging devices are used for diagnosing means that
few people will have access to them
their technology will quickly become outdated
they identify medical issues rather than solve them
most doctors require specially trained technicians to operate them
Based on the information provided in the passage, which of the following conclusions can be made about outpatient treatments?
Outpatient treatments are more expensive than residential treatments
Outpatient treatments are not recommended in the most serious cases
Outpatient rehab programs have a much higher success rate than residential programs.
Doctors who recommend outpatient treatments are not aware of residential options
All of the following would be situations in which the input of a mental health professional would be advisable EXCEPT
a person is in an abusive relationship
a person needs medical care and a psychiatrist is closest
A person is showing signs of a mental issue, such as bipolar disorder
a person is still very upset about a bad situation months after the fact
Which of the following should be considered when weighing a medical decision?
The length of the treatment
The amount of pain the patient will be in
The patient's lifestyle and responsibilities
All of the above
Which of the following is true of alternative medicine?
It can be incorporated into mainstream treatments.
It has the same basis in science as traditional Western medicine
Those who practice alternative medicine have no professional training
Individuals do not need to discuss alternative medical treatments with their physicians.
Using imaging technology to detect things like tumors early is important because
tumors are harder to detect when they are larger.
imaging technology is used only in treating cancer
most general practitioners do not have imaging technology
catching tumors early improves the likelihood of successful treatment
Why do those with an addiction sometimes need an intervention to address the problem?
They enjoy the attention
Addiction treatment always requires an intervention
They do not realize the consequences of their actions
Addiction cannot be diagnosed without the input of medical professionals
Seeing a general practitioner is a good first step in treating most physical and mental health problems because
most of them are also psychiatrists
they can treat every kind of illness effectively
they can access a variety of experts if needed
they generally charge less than other kinds of doctors
Writing in a journal can lead to better overall health
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An I message is a good way to accuse the sender of causing the problem
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An email is more likely to be perceived positively than a handwritten note
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