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Here's to your health pt2
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Health Care
Undergraduate 1
09/12/2011

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Which of the following is recommended by most experts to increase flexibility?
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Static stretching
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Which of the following is a risk associated with women who smoke and use oral contraceptives?
Definition
Heart attack
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The number of repetitions recommended for strength training in order to achieve a general level of fitness is
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8-12
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Sunlight, cell phones, electric power lines, and electrical devices are sources of
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nonionizing radiation
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Curiosity is most representative of
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intellectual wellness
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Marathon runners and long-distance swimmers have developed the ability to maintain
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aerobic energy production
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What is the leading cause of death in the United States?
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Heart disease
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An organism that causes a disease is known as a(n)
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pathogen
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The psychological stage of dying in which people often undergo religious conversions is known as the
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bargaining stage
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A severe allergic reaction in which histamine is released into the body is known as
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anaphylaxis
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Which of the following is characterized by repetitive behaviors and recurring thoughts?
Definition
Obsessive-compulsive disorder
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What is the best way to prevent the common cold?
Definition
Hand washing
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Which of the following has been linked to petting zoos, alfalfa sprouts, lettuce, and unpasteurized juice?
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E. coli
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The gonads are responsible for the production of
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germ cells
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Which of the following is the best treatment for a muscle cramp?
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Stretching gently
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Skin exposed to sunlight makes
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vitamin D
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Which of the following psychological stages of dying usually occurs immediately before the anger stage?
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Denial
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What is the leading cause of death for Americans who are between the ages of 1 and 34?
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Motor vehicle crashes
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Participating in two or more activities to prevent exercise boredom and injuries is known as
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cross-training
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Which of the following is a potential sign of skin cancer when noticed on a mole or a pigmented spot?
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Irregular border
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An excessive, persistent fear of an activity, situation, or object is known as a
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simple phobia
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Food poisoning that stems from food that has been improperly canned is known as
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botulism
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Which of the following is the best way to determine how intensely to exercise?
Definition
Target heart rate range
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An advanced health care directive which designates one person to make medical decisions for another person is known as a
Definition
health care proxy
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What is the leading cause of fire deaths that occur in the home?
Definition
Careless smoking
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Which of the following is a long-term benefit of regular exercise?
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Lower resting heart rate
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A colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness to those that are exposed in enclosed spaces is known as
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carbon monoxide
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Excessive elation, inflated self-esteem, and irritability are often signs of
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mania
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Which of the four Rs of environmentally friendly consumerism is exemplified by donating items to charity?
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Reuse
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A condition that occurs in the knees, hips, and spine because of joint deterioration is known as
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osteoarthritis
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Which of the following occupations has the highest risk associated with workplace violence?
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Taxi drivers
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A female's first menstrual cycle is known as
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menarche
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Which of the following should be performed if a pulse cannot be found on a victim?
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CPR
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An incurable disease caused by brain cell degeneration and resulting in dementia is known as
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Alzheimer's disease
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Exhibiting patterns of thinking that make events seem worse than they are is known as
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cognitive distortion
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Murder, rape, or assault committed against a person by either a current or former spouse or romantic partner is known as
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domestic abuse
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Extreme anger and violence against the driving behavior of others is known as
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road rage
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Which of the following is associated with medical orders such as "do not resuscitate" and "comfort measures only"?
Definition
Indirect euthanasia
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The current population of the world is estimated to be approximately
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6.5 billion
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Which of the following is an immediate effect of regular exercise?
Definition
Increased blood flow to the brain
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Which of the following is a common characteristic of attention deficit disorder in adults?
Definition
Highly intelligent
Term
Which of the following minimizes allergic reactions to biological indoor air pollutants?
Definition
Regular cleaning
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Which phase of the menstrual cycle begins when the menstrual flow ends?
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Estrogenic phase
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Intentionally causing the death of an individual by administering large quantities of fatal drugs or performing some other act that causes the individual's death is known as
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active euthanasia
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According to Maslow, which of the following is a metaneed?
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Spirituality
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