Health Promotion Exam Solutions
Course Introduction
Health Promotion is a comprehensive course that explores the principles and practices involved in enhancing the health and well-being of individuals, communities, and populations. It emphasizes the social, behavioral, and environmental determinants of health and examines strategies for encouraging healthy lifestyles and preventing disease. Students will learn about designing, implementing, and evaluating health promotion programs, as well as effective communication and advocacy techniques. By integrating theory with real-world applications, the course prepares students to address contemporary health challenges and promote positive health outcomes through evidence-based interventions.
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Connect Core Concepts in Health Big 14th Edition by Paul M. Insel
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Chapter 1: Taking Charge of Your Health
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Q1) Self-confidence is one characteristic of a person who possesses good emotional health.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
Q2) The belief in one's ability to be successful in the performance of a given task is termed
A)self-concept.
B)self-efficacy.
C)self-esteem.
D)self-fulfilling prophecy.
Answer: B
Q3) The first step in behavior change is to make a plan for the change.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
Q4) Social support does not improve motivation during a behavior change program.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
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Chapter 2: Stress: The Constant Challenge
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Q1) The branch of the autonomic nervous system that is activated when a person is exposed to a stressor is the _______________ nervous system.
A)central
B)somatic
C)parasympathetic
D)sympathetic
Answer: D
Q2) Unrealistic expectations are a type of _______________ stressor.
A)interpersonal
B)internal
C)environmental
D)social
Answer: B
Q3) Homeostasis is the
A)state of a body experiencing unmanaged stress.
B)body's condition during the fight-or-flight reaction.
C)state of the body's normal "housekeeping" functions.
D)response of the body to prolonged exposure to stressors.
Answer: C
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Chapter 3: Psychological Health
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Q1) Cognitive distortions are patterns of thinking that make events seem better than they are.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
Q2) Medication is the primary treatment method for schizophrenia.
A)True
B)False
Answer: True
Q3) A defense mechanism by which unacceptable feelings are transferred from one event or person to a less threatening one is
A)repression.
B)projection.
C)rationalization.
D)displacement.
Answer: D
Q4) Self-harm is usually a simple act to get attention and is not serious.
A)True
B)False
Answer: False
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Chapter 4: Intimate Relationships and Communication
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Q1) Which of the following is NOT a constructive strategy for conflict resolution?
A)finding out what the other person wants
B)clarifying the issue
C)reviewing and renegotiating
D)issuing an ultimatum
Q2) __________ is NOT a sign of an unhealthy relationship.
A)Physical or emotional abuse
B)Conflict
C)Codependency
D)Communicative withdrawal
Q3) Legally,marital status affects all of the following EXCEPT
A)Social Security.
B)federal tax status.
C)medical decision making.
D)the right to use contraceptives.
Q4) Reciprocity refers to
A)give-and-take between friends.
B)mutual respect.
C)over-dependence.
D)sexual desire.
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Chapter 5: Sex and Your Body
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Q1) Women who experience dysmenorrhea have _____ menstruation.
A)lengthy
B)infrequent
C)painful
D)interrupted
Q2) Describe and explain the differences among premenstrual tension,premenstrual syndrome,and premenstrual dysphoric disorder.List at least five coping strategies.
Q3) FSH triggers ovulation.
A)True
B)False
Q4) The external female sex organs are called the A)vaginA.
B)uterus. C)vulva.
D)gonads.
Q5) Early onset of menarche has been linked to A)lack of sleep.
B)physical activity. C)poverty.
D)obesity.
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Chapter 6: Contraception
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Q1) Oral contraceptives primarily prevent conception by
A)reducing the number of sperm that penetrate the cervix by thickening cervical mucus.
B)blocking sperm from reaching the ovum.
C)changing the acidity of the vaginal canal.
D)preventing ovulation by mimicking the hormonal activity of the corpus luteum.
Q2) Which of the following statements about IUDs is FALSE?
A)IUDs are highly reliable.
B)IUDs have only localized side effects.
C)IUD use is easily reversible.
D)IUD use does not require a health care provider.
Q3) Contraceptive foams,creams,and jellies must be inserted
A)deep in the vagina near the cervix.
B)in the uterus.
C)at the vaginal opening.
D)close to the fallopian tubes.
Q4) Hysterectomy is the preferred method of female sterilization for most women.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 7: Abortion
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Q1) When undergoing an aspiration abortion,women are given a powerful pain killer.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Abortion was made legal by the U.S.Supreme Court in A)1865.
B)1929.
C)1973. D)2001.
Q3) If Melissa is typical of most women who have recently experienced an abortion,she will
A)feel total relief because she is no longer pregnant.
B)experience a mixture of feelings following the procedure.
C)be depressed for approximately six months.
D)probably never recover emotionally from the experience.
Q4) Which of the following is the MOST accurate characterization of the psychological reactions of women facing abortion?
A)Psychological reactions follow a predictable pattern.
B)Most women approach abortion feeling confident.
C)Psychological reactions depend on a woman's psychological makeup.
D)Most women report feeling coerced into the abortion.
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Chapter 8: Pregnancy and Childbirth
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Q1) The third stage of labor is characterized by A)intense uterine contractions.
B)movement of the baby's head into the birth canal.
C)rupture of the amniotic saC.
D)delivery of the placenta.
Q2) A fetus will not be affected by alcohol unless the woman drinks excessively during the first trimester.
A)True
B)False
Q3) One of the leading causes of female infertility in young women is A)hyperthermia from hot tub use.
B)thyroid disease.
C)blocked fallopian tubes.
D)endometriosis.
Q4) Women over what age have a higher incidence of problems that can affect the health of both mother and baby?
A)25 years old
B)28 years old
C)35 years old
D)40 years old
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Chapter 9: Drug Misuse and Addiction
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Q1) The cocaine "high" lasts for A)1-5 minutes.
B)2-10 minutes.
C)5-20 minutes.
D)up to 1 hour.
Q2) The physical and social environment surrounding an individual's drug use is referred to as the A)mode.
B)setting.
C)situation.
D)location.
Q3) The best definition of a psychoactive drug is a drug that A)increases the rate of physiological functions. B)alters a person's experiences or consciousness.
C)is available only with a prescription.
D)relieves pain and causes relaxation.
Q4) Huffing is the term used for placing an inhalant-soaked rag into one's mouth. A)True B)False
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Chapter 10: Alcohol Misuse and Alcoholism
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Q1) Which of the following statements BEST describes Alcoholics Anonymous?
A)It is based on one-on-one sessions with a mentor.
B)It teaches alcoholics to reach within for the power to conquer their addiction.
C)It often pairs recovering drinkers with a sponsor.
D)It encourages members to stay away from other recovering alcoholics.
Q2) Because Joanne was very drunk when she had sex with John,Joanne can later claim that he sexually assaulted her.
A)True
B)False
Q3) Drinking alcohol while taking which of the following medications can increase the risk of stomach bleeding?
A)codeine
B)Benadryl
C)antibiotics
D)acetaminophen
Q4) Women alcoholics are less likely to develop cirrhosis than men.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 11: Tobacco Use
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Q1) The predominant psychoactive drug in tobacco is A)phenol.
B)nicotine.
C)benzopyrene.
D)ethanol.
Q2) The primary effects of environmental tobacco smoke on children are A)minimal and temporary.
B)related to the respiratory system. C)related to the integumentary system. D)dependent on the gender of the chilD.
Q3) Evidence suggests that the tobacco industry effectively advertises its products to adolescents.
A)True B)False
Q4) The risk of lung cancer death increases with the number of years spent smoking. A)True B)False
Q5) Coronary heart disease is the most common single cause of death for smokers. A)True B)False
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Chapter 12: Nutrition Basics
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Q1) Which of the following statements about the Dietary Guidelines for Americans is FALSE?
A)The guidelines are intended for healthy children age 15 and older and adults of all ages.
B)The guidelines provide general guidance for choosing a healthy diet.
C)Following these guidelines reduces the risk of chronic diseases.
D)Each of the recommendations in the guidelines is supported by extensive medical evidence.
Q2) Connie could adjust her diet closer to that recommended by the USDA MyPlate food guidance system by increasing her daily servings of all of the following EXCEPT A)vegetables.
B)whole grains.
C)refined sugars.
D)fresh fruit.
Q3) The FDA requires special labeling for foods from genetically modified or cloned sources.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 13: Exercise for Health and Fitness
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Q1) Regular physical activity is linked to all of the following EXCEPT
A)reduced self-esteem.
B)reduced anxiety.
C)improved sleep.
D)improved mooD.
Q2) Do not increase the volume of your exercise by more than _____ per week.
A)1-2 percent
B)5-10 percent
C)25-30 percent
D)40 percent
Q3) Which of the following statements about fluid balance during and after exercise is FALSE?
A)Drinking water before and during exercise is important.
B)Thirst is a good indicator of how much you need to drink.
C)Avoiding water during exercise can lead to dehydration.
D)After a workout,you should restore body fluids before exercising again.
Q4) Describe the guidelines for lifestyle physical activity suggested by the Surgeon General's report.Then list five strategies you could use to try to increase your level of daily lifestyle physical activity.
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Chapter 14: Weight Management
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Q1) Most low-calorie diets cause a rapid loss of body water at first.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Many people with an eating disorder use their abnormal eating behavior as a way to numb stress or anxiety.
A)True
B)False
Q3) What are the characteristics of android obesity?
A)Fat is stored in the upper body as subcutaneous fat,which increases the risk of disease.
B)Fat is stored in the lower body as subcutaneous fat,which is less tied to the risk of disease.
C)Fat is stored in the lower body as visceral fat,which is less tied to the risk of disease.
D)Fat is stored in the upper body as visceral fat,which increases the risk of disease.
Q4) Dissatisfaction with body image contributes to the development of eating disorders.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 15: Cardiovascular Health
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Q1) The physician is most likely to be concerned about Arnold's risk for A)respiratory problems.
B)obesity.
C)cancer.
D)cardiovascular disease.
Q2) How many chambers does the heart contain?
A)two
B)three
C)four
D)six
Q3) Which of the following is a treatment for heart disease?
A)angina pectoris
B)balloon angioplasty
C)electrocardiogram
D)angiogram
Q4) If an artery in a limb becomes blocked,it causes
A)a heart attack.
B)a stroke.
C)peripheral arterial disease.
D)arthritis.
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Chapter 16: Cancer
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Q1) A potentially dangerous additive found in processed meats is
A)sulforaphane.
B)nitrates.
C)sodium chloride.
D)beta-carotene.
Q2) Jen applies sunscreen to the exposed areas of her skin before she leaves her apartment for the hike;she should apply more sunscreen
A)15 minutes after sun exposure begins.
B)2 hours after sun exposure begins.
C)after climbing a hill and sweating heavily.
D)All of these choices are correct.
Q3) The most common cause of cancer death in the United States is
A)breast cancer.
B)colon and rectal cancer.
C)prostate cancer.
D)lung cancer.
Q4) Patients with lung cancer have a high survival rate.
A)True
B)False
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Chapter 17: Immunity and Infection
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Q1) Chemicals responsible for the dilation and increased permeability of blood vessels in the inflammatory response are called A)histamines. B)antigens.
C)antibodies. D)lymphocytes.
Q2) A vaccine is available for a common cause of pneumonia. A)True
B)False
Q3) Influenza is highly contagious and spread via A)bacteria in open wounds.
B)respiratory droplets.
C)sharing food or drink.
D)hand-to-hand contact.
Q4) Briefly describe the immune response to a pathogen.What are the major phases of the immune response,and how does the immune system prepare for future invasions by the same pathogen?
Q5) Pertussis is another name for tetanus. A)True
B)False
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Chapter 18: Sexually Transmitted Infections
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Q1) HIV makes the CD4 cell incapable of performing its immune functions.
A)True
B)False
Q2) Lisa had a risky sexual encounter (sexual intercourse without a condom)while intoxicated.Even though she has no symptoms,she is worried that she may have contracted an STI.What can Lisa do to reduce her risk of serious complications from STIs? What types of tests and treatments might be helpful for her?
Q3) Which one of the following statements about STIs is FALSE?
A)STIs can be prevented.
B)STIs cannot be transmitted unless an infected person has symptoms.
C)STIs are linked to infertility,stillbirths,and genital cancers.
D)STIs can cause death.
Q4) The most common cause of abnormal vaginal discharge in women of reproductive age is
A)trichomoniasis.
B)bacterial vaginosis.
C)gonorrhea.
D)chlamydia.
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Chapter 19: 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) What is the core reason for many of today's environmental problems?
A)air pollution
B)water pollution
C)dependence on nuclear power
D)rapid population growth
Q3) Smog is more likely to occur during warm and sunny weather.
A)True
B)False
Q4) 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.
Q5) Kelly is concerned about protecting her town's water supply.List and describe seven recommendations related to that goal.
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Chapter 20: Conventional and Complementary Medicine
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Q1) The most commonly used form of manual healing is A)acupressure.
B)Rolfing.
C)chiropractiC.
D)massage.
Q2) Many managed-care plans try to reduce costs over the long term by paying for routine preventative care.
A)True
B)False
Q3) The patient should ask the physician to repeat the diagnosis and instructions before leaving the office.
A)True
B)False
Q4) Point-of-service plans (POS)are options offered by many HMOs in which you can see a physician outside the plan and still be partially covered.
A)True
B)False
Q5) Describe three of the potential safety issues related to herbal remedies.For each issue you list,provide specific examples.
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Chapter 21: Personal Safety
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Q1) Which of the following statements about smoke detectors is FALSE?
A)They should be cleaned monthly.
B)They should be tested yearly.
C)They should be placed on each level of a home.
D)Batteries should be replaced yearly.
Q2) All of the following are dangerous pedestrian behaviors EXCEPT
A)facing traffic while walking along a road.
B)wearing dark clothing.
C)crossing between intersections.
D)hitchhiking.
Q3) What is the most frequent type of occupational illness?
A)respiratory illness
B)skin disorder
C)infectious disease
D)ingesting poison
Q4) Motorized scooters are easier to handle in an emergency than motorcycles because they have less power and travel more slowly.
A)True
B)False
Q5) List and briefly describe two types of emergency rescue techniques.
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Chapter 22: Aging: A Vital Process
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Q1) Social Security was intended to serve as a supplement to personal savings.
A)True
B)False
Q2) A clouding of the lens in the eye that is a result from oxidation damage is called A)cataracts.
B)glaucoma.
C)macular degeneration.
D)presbyopia.
Q3) Describe five strategies for age-proofing,and explain how each can help prevent,delay,lessen,or reverse negative changes associated with aging.
Q4) A better arrangement than losing the productivity of people at retirement includes all of the following EXCEPT
A)setting a mandatory retirement age.
B)providing volunteer and paid employment for retirees.
C)offering retraining programs for occupational and leisure time activities for retirees.
D)providing community-sponsored classes for retirees.
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Chapter 23: Dying and Death
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Q1) Avoidance or denial of death allows individuals to better acknowledge the inevitability of death.
A)True
B)False
Q2) A mature understanding of death eliminates anxiety about it.
A)True
B)False
Q3) The testator of a will is the
A)legal representative drawing up the will.
B)person making the will.
C)accumulated estate.
D)executor of the estate.
Q4) The type of care Bill is receiving is best described as A)curative care.
B)hospital-based palliative care.
C)hospice care.
D)life-sustaining.
Q5) Describe at least two tasks relating to dying and death that should be carried out in early adulthood.
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