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Health Final UCO
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Health Care
Undergraduate 1
12/10/2011

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Primary goal of wellness
Definition
adapting patterns of behavior that leads to improved health satisfaction
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ecological model of health and wellness
Definition
recognizes the inter-relationship between individuals and their environment, emphasizes multiple social determinants that influence health
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what does the stages of change model emphasizes
Definition
understanding individual health behavior change
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stages of change model
Definition
precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance, termination
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whats a smart goal?
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Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic, Timely
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purpose of family health tree
Definition
helps discover risks
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what information on a family health tree might indicate that a disease might have a genetic link
Definition
multiple generation have had the disease
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different treatments for genetic disorders
Definition
dietary modification, medication, environmental application gene therapy
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what does self-efficacy means
Definition
sense that you have some control over what happens in your life
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what factors are associated with mental health
Definition
supportive social network, good communication skills, healthy lifestyle
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what age is the brain fully developed
Definition
mid-20's
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warning sings of suicide
Definition
comments about death and threats to commit suicide, social withdrawls and isolation, moodiness, increase risk taking, giving away possessions.
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know about the stress response
Definition
also called fight or flight, burst of energy to deal with a perceived threat or danger
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What is the A personality type?
Definition
A - impulsive, scheduled, competitive, achievement oriented
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What is the B personality type?
Definition
B - relaxed, easy going, less frustrated
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What is the C personality type?
Definition
C - introverted, detail oriented, trouble communicating.
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What is D personility type?
Definition
D - hold in negative emotions, not expressive
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know about "hardiness"
Definition
effective way to cope with stress, view life events as challenges, a commitment to meaningful activities, sense of being in control
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know about spirituality
Definition
persons connection to self, significant others, and community. involves personal belief system or value system, gives purpose of life
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know what factor has the greatest impact on happiness
Definition
friends and family
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know what medication and prayer can help decrease when combined with traditional treatments.
Definition
chronic pain, depression, anxiety, insomnia, premenstrual syndrome.
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know about the benefits about religious involvement and spirituality
Definition
lower blood pressure, decreased risk of substance abuse, less cardiovascular disease, less depression/anxiety, better immune function, longer life
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purpose of journaling to build spirituality
Definition
understand yourself more clearly, learn about who you are and where you have been
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be able to recognize a situation involving the feeling of helper's high
Definition
people who give time, money and support to others are likely to be more satisfied with their lives and less depressed
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know how service learning encourages students to take a positive role in the community
Definition
connect classroom to community service. purpose is to enrich learning, teach civic responsibility, strengthen communities
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sleep and health
Definition
deepest stages of sleep, restoration growth takes place, growth hormone repairs, sleep deprivation is associated w/ serious physical and mental health conditions
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know about circadian rhythms and young people.
Definition
intenal daily cycle of waking and sleeping. we need 8 hours of sleep per night
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which hormone promotes sleep?
Definition
melatonin
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two main stages of sleep
Definition
REM and NREM
Term
which stage of sleep creative and novel ideas flourish during?
Definition
REM
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common forms of sleep disorders
Definition
dyssomnias and parasomnias
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know the different sleeping disorders
Definition
insomnia, sleep apnea, narcolepsy, restless leg syndrome
Term
know macronutrients
Definition
water, carbohydrates, protein, fat are used for energy and important functions like building new cells and chemical reactions
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know the functions of water
Definition
digest, absorb, and transport nutrients, regulate body temp, carry waste out of body, lubricate moving parts
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know the purposes of protein
Definition
build and maintain muscles, bones, and other body tissues form enzymes that facilitate chemical reactions
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which inddividuals need the most/least protein
Definition
the larger the body, the more protein you need
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know which fatty acid is most dangerous to a person's health
Definition
trans fatty acids
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know about MyPyramid and how it contrasts from previous versions of the food guide pyramid
Definition
food pyramid that highlights physical activity, gradual improvement, small reachable goals
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know about energy drinks
Definition
marketed as source of instant energy, improved concentration and memory, enhanced physical performance
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know the term used to describe the ability to perform activities of daily living with vigor
Definition
health-related fitness
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know what activities constitue vigorous-intensity exercise
Definition
walking 4.5 mph, cycling, jogging, tennis, swimming, volleyball, basketball, competitive soccer, martial arts, snow boarding
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know the four components of cardiorespiratory training
Definition
FITT - Frequency, intensity, time, type of activity
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know how to calculate target heart rate
Definition
220-age X %
Term
Know ACSM's THR exercise recommendations
Definition
55-90%
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know the benefits of resistance training
Definition
prevents osteoporosis, improve quality of life, reduce obesity
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know which type of stretching is recommended for general fitness purposes
Definition
static stretching
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know how you can turn light activity into moderate activity
Definition
intensity
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know when the most significant drop in physical activity typically occurs in a person's life
Definition
end of high school/ freshman year of college
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define being overweight and obese in terms of BMI
Definition
overweight 25 - 29.9
obese greater than or equal to 30
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Know why abdominal fat is so dangerous to health
Definition
breaks down easily and enters bloodstream more readily
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be able to recognize obesity in terms of BMI
Definition
obese is greater than or equal ot 30
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know about body fat distribution
Definition
larger ab/waist circumference, higher cholesterol levels and raises risks for heart disease, stroke, diabetes, hypertension, cancer
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know how much more likely obese people will die before their expected life span as compared to healthy-weight people
Definition
4 times more likely
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know the influences on the growth of weight problems in the U.S.
Definition
unhealthy foods are more available
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know how to achieve a healthy body weight for life
Definition
set realistic goals, manage behavior, support active lifestyle
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know about eating disorders and stages of life
Definition
eating disorders happen most during adolescence
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define muscle dysmorphia
Definition
person perceives his body to be underdeveloped no matter how highly developed his muscles really are
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know about what other condition shares the same thought patterns of people with eating disorders
Definition
depression
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know the standards used for diagnosing anorexia nervosa
Definition
refusal to maintain normal body weight for age/height, intense fear of being fat, denial of low body weight, amenorrhea
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know what the most serious long-term effect of calorie restriction is in women
Definition
osteoporosis
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know the typical signs of eating disorders
Definition
anorexia - fasting/severe dieting, tiny bites, fear of fat, dress in layers.
bulemia - binging, secreative about food, avoid public food, vomit, diet pills.
Term
know how eating eating disorders are treated
Definition
psychotherapy
Term
know how many ounces of alcohol constitute one drink
Definition
.5 ounce of alcolol - 12 ounce of beer, 5 ounce of wine, 1.5 ounce shot, 1.5 ounce mixed drink
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know the strongest influence of binge drinking on college campuses
Definition
ease social inhibitions, fit in with peers, imitate role models, reduce stress, sooth negative emotions, cope w/ academic pressure
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know how to cope with a hangover
Definition
pain medication, rest, time
Term
know about tobacco
Definition
leading preventable cause of death in united states more men than women, younger rather than older
Term
know which carcinogenic substance in tobacco smoke is the most damaging to the lungs
Definition
tar
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what percentage of cancer deaths does smoking play a role in?
Definition
30%
Term
know what percent of lung cancer deaths are caused by smoking
Definition
87%
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know about smoking cessation and the average number of attempts
Definition
7 number of attempts to stop smoking
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know the most commonly used illicit drug by persons aged twelve and older
Definition
marijuana
Term
know the different categories of drugs
Definition
psychoactive, pharmaceutical, illicit
Term
know the definition of a drug and examples of drugs
Definition
substance other than food that affects the structure of function of the body through its chemical action
Term
know the indicators of physiological dependence
Definition
tolerance and withdrawl
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know the strategies of drug abuse prevention on college campuses.
Definition
send clear messages, change climate of drug tolerance, engage parents, indentify/intervene at risk kids, provide alternatives
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know about the factors that lead to the lead to the development of romantic relationships
Definition
physical attraction -proximity - similar to ourselves
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be able to recognize the definition of assertiveness
Definition
stand up for oneself without violating other peoples rights
Term
know who specifies the rights and responsibilities of partners in a marriage in the U.S.
Definition
states
Term
know about sexual arousal
Definition
vasocongestion and myotonia, men - nerves in penis become erect women - causes engorgement of clitoris, labia, vagina, and nipples
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know about erictile dysfunction
Definition
less than 2 minutes after beginning of intercourse prevent by stop before orgasm, slow down
Term
know about condom use
Definition
provides barrie against penile, vaginal, or anal discharges latex plastic are thinner/stronger
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know about the different contraceptive methods
Definition
pills, injections, patches, vaginal rings
Term
know when ovulation occurs
Definition
day 14 between periods
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know about male sterilization procedures
Definition
vasectomy - tying off and severing the vas defferens to prevent sperm from reaching semen
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know which vitamin is important for women to increase their intake of before getting pregnant
Definition
vitamin B
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know how long a typical pregnancy lasts
Definition
(9 months) 40 weeks
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know how HIV is transmitted between individuals
Definition
through blood, saliva, semen, genital secretion, breast milk
Term
know about gonorrhea and chlamydia
Definition
chlamydia - most common STD
gonorrhea - second most common STD, treated W/ antiobiotics
Term
know what the most commonly sexually transmitted disease is in the U.S.
Definition
Human papillomavirus (HPV)
Term
know about atheroscleosis
Definition
tickenig of hardenign of arteries due to build up of fats, non reversible
Term
know the optimal range for blood pressure
Definition
less than 120
less than 80
Term
know the signs that a stroke has occured
Definition
headaches, numbness, weakness, speech problem
Term
know the controllable risk factors cardiovascular disease
Definition
tobacco use, hypertension, unhealthy cholosterol levels, physical inactivity, obesity, diabetes, alcohol
Term
know about a diet that supports cardiovascular health
Definition
heart healthy diet
Term
know the risk factos for cancer
Definition
family history, lifestyle factors: tobacco, nutrition, and alcohol, physical acitvity, obesity
enironmental factors
Term
know the factors that decrease the risk of breast cancer
Definition
breast feeding, excercise, maintain healthy body weight
Term
know the leading cause of cancer diagnosis and death in men (excluding skin cancer)
Definition
prostate cancer
Term
know the skin cancers associtaed with tanning beds
Definition
malanoma, basal cell and squamous cell carcinomas
Term
know the caracteristics to be concerned about when evaluating skin for changes in moles
Definition
A - asymmetry
B - border irregularity
C - color variation
D - diameter larger than 1/4 inch
E - evolving
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