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Course Introduction
Health Education is a multidisciplinary course that explores the principles, strategies, and methods of promoting health and wellness among individuals and communities. The course examines the role of education in preventing disease, improving quality of life, and fostering healthy behaviors through effective communication and community engagement. Students will gain an understanding of health determinants, behavior change theories, educational planning, and program implementation. Through practical case studies and current issues in public health, learners will develop skills to design, deliver, and evaluate health education initiatives in diverse settings.
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Core Concepts in Health 1st Canadian Edition by Roth
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Chapter 1: Taking Charge of Your Health
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Q1) When evaluating health topics on the Internet,check the
A)qualifications of the people behind the site.
B)latest media post on the topic.
C)testimonials for evidence.
D)blogs first.
Answer: A
Q2) Carla will probably be able to balance her time so that she can study,be active on campus,and have fun with her friends because she
A)has an internal locus of control.
B)has an external locus of control.
C)is persuasive and her friends will do as she asks.
D)will stick to her plan without making changes.
Answer: A
Q3) All of the following are key aspects of occupational wellness,EXCEPT A)enjoyable work.
B)job dissatisfaction.
C)feelings of achievement.
D)opportunities to learn and grow.
Answer: B
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Chapter 2: Psychological Health
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Q1) Schizophrenia is a rare mental disorder.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
Q2) Agoraphobia is characterized by a fear of all of the following,EXCEPT
A)being alone.
B)away from help.
C)leaving home (in extreme cases).
D)loss of control.
Answer: D
Q3) A treatment used for severe depression when other approaches fail is A)psychoanalysis.
B)drug therapy.
C)electroconvulsive therapy.
D)herbal therapy.
Answer: C
Q4) Bipolar disorder affects more women than men.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
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Chapter 3: Stress: the Constant Challenge
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Q1) Which of the following can mimic the effects of your body's nature painkillers?
A)marijuana
B)alcohol
C)heroine
D)nicotine
Answer: C
Q2) Which of the following would be the LEAST effective strategy for coping with stress?
A)denying the reality of the stress
B)exercising
C)improving time-management skills
D)maintaining a strong social support system
Answer: A
Q3) Which of the following statements is TRUE regarding stress and the lives of postsecondary students?
A)It is a period of low stress.
B)It is a period when stress is easily managed.
C)It may be one of the most stressful periods in one's life.
D)It is a period where stress will have little impact on your sense of wellness.
Answer: C
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Chapter 4: Weight Management
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Q1) All of the following are types of body fat,EXCEPT:
A)subcutaneous fat.
B)visceral fat.
C)ectopic fat.
D)topical fat.
Q2) Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of visceral fat?
A)It is located at waist level.
B)It contains many biologically active substances.
C)It is considered an active endocrine organ.
D)It is not associated with increased health risks.
Q3) Which one of the following is MOST closely associated with anorexia nervosa?
A)a belief that one is overweight even when dangerously thin
B)uncontrollable binge eating
C)near-normal body weight
D)self-induced vomiting
Q4) Which of the following patterns of eating is recommended for weight management?
A)one small meal per day
B)four to five small meals per day,including breakfast and snacks
C)three larger meals per day with no snacks
D)one large meal in the evening
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Chapter 5: Nutrition Basics
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Q1) The use of food irradiation is not permitted on foods certified as organic. A)True B)False
Q2) Vegans eat plant food,dairy products,and eggs.
A)True B)False
Q3) Recommended daily fat intake is 20-35 percent of total daily calories. A)True B)False
Q4) The building blocks of proteins are called A)hormones.
B)minerals.
C)amino acids. D)enzymes.
Q5) Experts say that two of the most important factors in a healthy diet are eating the "right" kinds of fats and the "right" kinds of A)cholesterol.
B)fibre.
C)carbohydrates. D)proteins.
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Chapter 6: Exercise for Health and Fitness
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Q1) Endurance exercise significantly increases
A)body fat.
B)daily calorie expenditure.
C)cancer risk.
D)vitamin stores.
Q2) Treatment for a fracture or dislocation includes all of the following,EXCEPT:
A)seek medical attention.
B)immobilize the affected area.
C)apply cold.
D)compression.
Q3) All of the following are important considerations for people with osteoporosis,EXCEPT:
A)begin exercise program as early as possible in the course of the disease.
B)avoid any activities that stress the back or carry a risk for falling.
C)choose low-impact,weight-bearing activities.
D)weight train to improve strength and balance and reduce risk of falls.
Q4) An appropriate exercise duration depends primarily on exercise frequency.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 7: Cardiovascular Health
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Q1) Approximately what percentage of Canadian adults have hypertension?
A)10 percent
B)15 percent
C)20 percent
D)25 percent
Q2) Men have a greater risk of heart attack and stroke than women do because
A)fewer women than men have hypertension.
B)women have larger coronary arteries than men do.
C)premenopausal women seem to be protected from heart disease by estrogen.
D)men have more severe heart attacks than women do.
Q3) Briefly describe the current thinking about the risks and benefits of hormone replacement therapy for post-menopausal women.
Q4) It appears that both the expression of anger and the suppression of anger may contribute to heart disease.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Increased physical activity may reduce one's triglyceride levels.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 8: Cancer
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Q1) Those most at risk of developing skin cancer include all of the following,EXCEPT
A)people who use tanning lamps.
B)people with naturally dark skin.
C)people with a family history of skin cancer.
D)fair-skinned people.
Q2) A potentially dangerous additive found in processed meats is A)sulforaphane. B)nitrate.
C)sodium chloride.
D)beta-carotene.
Q3) All of the following are sources of radiation,EXCEPT A)hydrocarbons.
B)medical X-rays.
C)tanning lamps.
D)radon gas.
Q4) Age is the strongest predictor of risk for prostate cancer. A)True
B)False
Q5) List the seven major warning signs of cancer.
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Chapter 9: Immunity and Infection
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Q1) Generally,antibiotics are useful against A)influenzA.
B)colds.
C)bacteria.
D)viruses.
Q2) A common bacterium found on the skin in healthy people,but capable of causing infection if it enters the body,is
A)streptococcus.
B)staphylococcus.
C)mycoplasma.
D)spirochete.
Q3) White blood cells that directly destroy virus-infected and cancerous cells are _________ cells.
A)helper T
B)suppressor T
C)natural killer
D)B
Q4) Killer T cells can destroy cancer cells.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 10: Healthy Relationships and Communication
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Q1) In those cultures where marriages are arranged by parents,it is likely that the marriage will be very stable,even though the partners may have barely known each other before the marriage ceremony.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which of the following factors is not associated with the increasing popularity of cohabitation?
A)increased availability of contraceptives
B)younger average age at marriage
C)greater social acceptance of premarital sex
D)economics
Q3) The birth of the first child is most likely to
A)make the parents' relationship more egalitarian.
B)lessen marital satisfaction.
C)increase a mother's contentment.
D)increase pressure to maintain social relationships.
Q4) Violence in dating relationships can be precipitated by jealousy.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Argue for or against same sex-marriages using only fact (do not give opinions).
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Chapter 11: Healthy Sexuality
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Q1) Which of the following chromosomal configurations denotes male?
A)YY
B)XY
C)XX
D)None of these choices is correct.
Q2) Gonads are
A)vaginal lesions.
B)hormones.
C)penises and vaginas.
D)ovaries and testes.
Q3) A thimble-shaped cup that fits over the cervix and serves as a barrier to sperm is the A)sponge.
B)diaphragm.
C)Billings shield.
D)FemCap.
Q4) When a woman is using an oral contraceptive,she needs to be aware of potential danger signals.Define what the mnemonic ACHES stands for.
Q5) Name and describe the four phases of the human sexual response cycle.
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Chapter 12: Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Q1) A woman who has a history of STDs will eventually develop endometriosis.
A)True
B)False
Q2) ____________ is a condition in which the uterine lining grows outside of the uterus.
A)Pelvic inflammatory disease
B)Endometriosis
C)Infertility
D)Ectopic pregnancy
Q3) Amy is at the end of her ninth month of pregnancy.The fetus has settled head down into Amy's pelvic bones,and she has experienced Braxton Hicks contractions.What will indicate the start of the birth process?
A)Amy will experience transition.
B)The baby's head will move into the birth canal.
C)Amy's cervix will be fully dilated.
D)Amy will feel strong,rhythmic uterine contractions.
Q4) Preconception care includes assessments that women should receive to help them prepare for pregnancy.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 13: Sexually Transmitted Infections Stis
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Q1) The organism that causes genital warts is
A)HPV.
B)HSV.
C)HIV.
D)HBV.
Q2) The vast majority of people with primary infection of HIV know they are infected.
A)True
B)False
Q3) The greatest risk sexual activity for HIV transmission is:
A)unprotected anal sex.
B)hand-genital contact and deep kissing.
C)unprotected vaginal intercourse.
D)sharing of sex toys.
Q4) Which of the following groups is most affected by syphilis?
A)women who have sex with women
B)people with multiple sex partners
C)sex workers and their clients
D)young women aged 15-20
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Chapter 14: Drug Use and Addiction
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Q1) Children exposed to cocaine through the mother's use during pregnancy
A)may show signs of behavioural problems.
B)tend to be lethargic.
C)have mild temperament patterns.
D)have enlarged heads.
Q2) Which drug is most closely associated with flashbacks?
A)LSD
B)cocaine
C)marijuana
D)amyl nitrite
Q3) Which of the following is a good strategy for keeping up energy levels?
A)sleep more especially during times of illness
B)exercise regularly
C)increase consumption of complex carbohydrates
D)all of the above
Q4) A stimulant
A)increases blood pressure.
B)dilates blood vessels.
C)decreases gastric secretions.
D)constricts the bronchial tubes.
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Chapter 15: Alcohol Use and Alcoholism
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Q1) Which of the following statements is TRUE concerning alcohol use?
A)Women should drink 3 to 4 drinks a day.
B)Men can drink as much as they want,as long as it is beer.
C)The liver is the only organ adversely affected by heavy drinking.
D)Any health benefits from alcohol are negated by heavy use.
Q2) Cirrhosis may cause no outward signs in some people.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Which of the following statements about alcohol treatment is TRUE?
A)Individuals with alcoholism must "hit bottom" before they can be helped.
B)The first step in the treatment of alcoholism is hospitalization.
C)Different alcohol treatment strategies work for different people.
D)It takes one person with alcoholism to understand and help another.
Q4) The stimulant effect of alcohol results because the inhibitory centers of the brain are depressed.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Fortified wines have a higher alcohol content than other wines.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 16: Toward a Tobacco-Free Self and Society
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Q1) For most regular tobacco users,sudden abstinence from nicotine produces withdrawal symptoms.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Which group based on educational attainment has the lowest rate of smoking?
A)less than high school
B)finished high school
C)some postsecondary
D)postsecondary graduate
Q3) A student _______________ is most likely to be a cigarette smoker.
A)from a two-parent family
B)with parents who smoke
C)from a family of professionals
D)from a wealthy family
Q4) Within ten years of your last cigarette,which of the following occurs?
A)stroke risk drops nearly to the risk of nonsmokers.
B)lung cancer death risk is one half of a continuing smoker.
C)heart disease death risk is one half of a nonsmoker.
D)ability to smell and taste is enhanceD.
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Chapter 17: Aging: a Vital Process
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Q1) The risk of osteoporosis can be assessed through bone mineral density testing.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Alzheimer's disease is characterized by all of the following,EXCEPT
A)breakdown of the system that produced acetylcholine.
B)destruction of brain tissue from small strokes.
C)formation of tangles in affected neurons.
D)formation of amyloid plaques between neurons.
Q3) When people lose their hearing slowly as they age it is called:
A)cataracts.
B)auditory degeneration.
C)presbycusis.
D)presbyopia.
Q4) Which of the following is a warning sign of arthritis?
A)tenderness
B)early morning stiffness
C)swelling
D)All of these choices are warning signs of arthritis.
Q5) Thinking about someone you know who is an older adult,in what ways has the person's physical and mental health changed?
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Chapter 18: Dying and Death
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Q1) People who seem "stuck" in the grieving process and lose the ability to cope with daily living are said to be experiencing
A)total grief.
B)complicated grief.
C)extreme grief.
D)mourning.
Q2) The practice of withholding treatment that could potentially sustain life is termed active euthanasia.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Rejection is a major problem in transplants from both living and deceased organ donors.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Which of the following is NOT one of the four vital signs?
A)temperature
B)pulse
C)blood pressure
D)skin colour
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Chapter 19: Conventional and Complementary Medicine
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Q1) In the physician-patient partnership which of the following is TRUE?
A)the physician acts as a consultant
B)the patient participates actively
C)the physician is all-knowing
D)A and B
Q2) List and explain six guidelines to helping Cara self-medicate safely.
Q3) Symptoms are often an expression of the body's attempt to heal itself.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Which of the following is NOT an emergency for which you should go to the nearest emergency room?
A)severe shortness of breath
B)uncontrollable bleeding
C)minor first degree burn
D)poisoning or drug overdose
Q5) Western medicine focuses on the spiritual and psychological aspects of human functioning.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 20: Personal Safety
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Q1) Define and explain the causes associated with unintentional injuries.Give three examples from each of the categories of unintentional injuries,and explain which category is responsible for the greatest number of deaths among Canadians.
Q2) List and briefly describe the four basic steps in providing emergency care for an injured person.
Q3) What accounts for more years of potential life lost than any other cause of death?
A)cancer
B)unintentional injuries
C)heart disease
D)stroke
Q4) What percentage of drivers involved in a fatal car accident are under the age of 45?
A)10
B)30
C)50
D)80
Q5) List and describe at least three factors that contribute to violence;for each,explain how that factor is thought to contribute to violence.
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Chapter 21: Environmental Health
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Q1) Levels of atmospheric greenhouse gases are rising because of A)combustion of fossil fuels.
B)water pollution.
C)acid rain.
D)the destruction of the ozone layer.
Q2) Biodegradation is the process by which organic substances are broken down naturally by living organisms.
A)True
B)False
Q3) An environmentally friendly driving style includes all of the following,EXCEPT
A)limiting the use of air conditioning.
B)staying within the speed limit.
C)avoiding quick starts.
D)keeping tires slightly underinflateD.
Q4) Particulate matter is released into the atmosphere by all of the following,EXCEPT
A)household furnaces.
B)industrial processes.
C)dust from roadways.
D)combustion of fossil fuels.
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