WorksheetsUnit 8 Test
Total questions: 20
Worksheet time: 20mins
Which disease could be described as infectious?
mononucleosis
cerebral palsy
schizophrenia
hemophilia
Which factor does not determine one’s lifestyle?
habits
genetics
decisions
behavior
Which factor is not a common trigger for asthma?
mold
pollen
dander
sunlight
How can the risk of developing arthritis be reduced?
by taking a multivitamin
by controlling your weight
by doing high-impact aerobics
by getting enough vitamin D
Which question should be asked to determine how much control a person has over their medical care?
Do I call or go to a doctor when I am sick?
Which type of insurance do my parents have?
How much does insurance cost?
Does my insurance cover this procedure?
Which factor has the greatest influence on health?
environment
genetics
medical care
lifestyle choices
How does one reduce the risk of having a stroke?
Take fish oils.
Eat a low-fiber diet.
Abstain from sugar.
Lower blood pressure.
Which choice is not a symptom of diabetes?
thirst
excessive urination
dehydration
weight gain
What does public health protect?
communities
underprivileged individuals
children
the elderly
Which service might a public health agency provide?
research and education
insurance and clinics
disaster preparedness
all of the above
Which factor positively influences public health?
beautification efforts
traffic safety
population diversity
knowledge of town history
What is a type of negative influence on community health?
too many stores selling tobacco
too many cafes and restaurants
an extremely large population
too many shopping centers
Which population does Medicaid serve?
only people 65 and older
people with high incomes
only people who are disabled
people of all ages with low incomes
Which type of insurance is provided for people through their employer?
Medicare
Medicaid
both Medicaid and Medicare
group insurance
Which gas is commonly found in smog?
ozone
particulate matter
carbon monoxide
nitrogen oxides
Which item causes a scarring lung disease?
radon
asbestos
ozone
ammonia
How many decibels of noise can cause temporary hearing loss?
10 or more
50 or more
85 or more
100 or more
How should paints be disposed?
with household trash
in the metal can
at a collection site
in a plastic container
What is an effect of deforestation?
cooler air
soil erosion
forest fires
hybrid trees
Which resource is most likely to be saved by adjusting the thermostat?
water
landfills
fuel
light
