Health Final Exam -- Mr. Markouzis -- 2010 -- 2011
Multiple Choice
Identify the letter of the choice that best completes the statement or answers the question.
____1.A health-literate individual
a. / understands basic health information and services and uses these sources to promote health and wellness.b. / puts his or her own health before any other consideration, such as family or community.
c. / understands that serious disease only strikes the elderly.
d. / believes only what he or she wants to believe about health.
____2.Which of the following best describes the health triangle?
a. / When two sides of the triangle are strong, the third will take care of itself.b. / It is best to focus on improving one side of the triangle at a time.
c. / To be truly healthy, all three sides need to be in balance.
d. / The triangle has two sides that are more important to overall health than the other.
____3.Which of the following is an incorrect statement if you are in good physical health?
a. / You are able to resist diseases.b. / You can cope with everyday stresses and challenges.
c. / You are able to protect yourself from injury.
d. / You do not have the energy to perform daily tasks.
____4.Abstinence can lead to
a. / getting a sexually transmitted disease.b. / an addiction to tobacco or alcohol.
c. / an unplanned pregnancy.
d. / a lower risk for disease.
____5.Which of the following is NOT a lifestyle factor?
a. / smoking cigarettes / c. / having friendsb. / having weak eyesight / d. / walking to school
____6.The three elements of your health triangle are
a. / relationships, physical exercise, and stress management.b. / heredity, lifestyle factors, and nutrition.
c. / physical, mental/emotional, and social health.
d. / risk behavior, prevention, and environment.
____7.The dynamic nature of our health means that
a. / it is constantly changing. / c. / it changes very slowly.b. / we have little control over it. / d. / it is largely inherited.
____8.Which influence on health cannot be changed?
a. / the environment / c. / your valuesb. / technology / d. / heredity
____9.Which of the following is a cumulative risk?
a. / not wearing a seatbelt / c. / eating a high-fat dietb. / riding a bike without a helmet / d. / abstaining from the use of alcohol
____10.Your personal behavior
a. / is not influenced by the environment.b. / can affect your friends and family.
c. / is dictated by heredity.
d. / has consequences for you only.
____11.Which of the following is most likely to be an unreliable source of health information?
a. / an online chat roomb. / an encyclopedia
c. / a medical school's Internet site
d. / a magazine written by health professionals
____12.Which of the following is NOT a good strategy when refusing to engage in a risky behavior?
a. / suggesting an alternative to the risky behaviorb. / threatening to tell an adult about the risky behavior
c. / walking away if the other person won't take no for an answer
d. / explaining that you won't take part because your parents would not approve
____13.Which of the following is necessary for effective communication?
a. / making sure your facial expressions and gestures reflect your verbal messageb. / interrupting the speaker to ask questions
c. / speaking in a sarcastic tone
d. / using "you" messages to explain your point
____14.Which is an internal influence on your health?
a. / your family / c. / your likes and dislikesb. / your friends / d. / the media
____15.The key to conflict resolution is
a. / knowing when to give up and quit arguing.b. / believing in yourself enough to convince the other person you are right.
c. / having respect for the other person's rights.
d. / continuing the discussion until you get your way.
____16.Which of the following accurately describes setting and reaching a goal?
a. / Punishment for failure is a better motivator than a reward for meeting a goal.b. / Check your progress periodically and make any necessary adjustments.
c. / Breaking a goal down into smaller goals will only distract you.
d. / Asking friends or family for help in reaching your goal is cheating.
____17.Holding your empty cup until you find a trash can to toss it into is an example of
a. / trustworthiness. / c. / fairness.b. / respect. / d. / citizenship.
____18.Which is an example of a long-term goal for a teen?
a. / mowing the lawnb. / avoiding chocolate for one day
c. / saving up money for a car
d. / starting a research project due next week
____19.Your beliefs and attitudes about what is important that help guide your behavior are your
a. / values. / c. / decision-making skills.b. / role models. / d. / options.
____20.Having good character
a. / cannot be learned.b. / benefits others as well as yourself.
c. / means always pleasing others.
d. / means always doing what adults tell you.
____21.Hunger is
a. / a desire for food.b. / a response to stretched stomach walls.
c. / a physical need for food.
d. / a learned response.
____22.People’s food choices are NOT affected by
a. / cultural and ethnic background. / c. / hunger.b. / convenience. / d. / family and friends.
____23.Complex carbohydrates are found in
a. / fruit. / c. / sugarcane.b. / milk. / d. / potatoes.
____24.The nine essential amino acids are
a. / not found in foods.b. / not made by the body.
c. / all present in incomplete proteins.
d. / made by the body.
____25.Fats are a type of
a. / lipid. / c. / vitamin.b. / mineral. / d. / protein.
____26.Fat-soluble vitamins
a. / do not build up in the body. / c. / are not needed by the body.b. / are absorbed by fat. / d. / pass easily into the bloodstream.
____27.Animal fats and tropical oils are
a. / usually liquid at room temperature.b. / thought to be more healthful than vegetable oils.
c. / higher in unsaturated fatty acids.
d. / higher in saturated fatty acids.
____28.The nutrient that makes up the greatest percentage of the body is
a. / vitamin C. / c. / a complex carbohydrate.b. / water. / d. / protein.
____29.Which of the following is NOT a food group?
a. / bread, cereal, rice, and pasta / c. / milk, yogurt, and cheeseb. / vegetable / d. / fats, oils, and sweets
____30.The Nutrition Facts panel on food labels includes information on
a. / the number of calories per serving. / c. / the expiration date.b. / the price per unit. / d. / the cooking process used.
____31.Which of the following is a nutrient-dense food?
a. / cheese / c. / carrotsb. / pretzels / d. / french fries
____32.What will happen if you take in more calories than you burn?
a. / Your metabolism will increase.b. / Your amount of stored body fat may increase.
c. / Your body will excrete the excess calories.
d. / You will maintain your current weight.
____33.Compared to an adult of appropriate weight, an underweight adult will have
a. / more energy.b. / a lower risk of heart problems.
c. / a higher chance of suffering chronic fatigue.
d. / better balance of hemoglobin in the blood.
____34.Body composition is the ratio of body fat to
a. / muscle. / c. / lean body tissue.b. / bone. / d. / cartilage and tendons.
____35.One strategy in a sensible weight-management plan is
a. / keeping a food journal of what and when you eat.b. / planning to lose two pounds a week.
c. / fasting occasionally.
d. / weighing yourself every day.
____36.The number of calories a person takes in each day should be unaffected by
a. / age. / c. / body frame.b. / gender. / d. / body image.
____37.It is important to drink plenty of water before and during a heavy workout because keeping hydrated
a. / helps you to perspire more.b. / causes an electrolyte imbalance.
c. / prevents you from perspiring.
d. / prevents an electrolyte imbalance.
____38.Which contributes to obesity?
a. / avoiding fast foodb. / a sedentary lifestyle
c. / having excess muscle tissue
d. / a balance of high-fat and low-fat foods in the diet
____39.Anorexia nervosa
a. / is not as serious as bulimia.b. / usually goes away on its own.
c. / has consequences similar to malnutrition and starvation.
d. / is serious, but not life threatening.
____40.Which of the following describes a person who is obese?
a. / a person with a large amount of body fatb. / a person who weighs more than what is appropriate for his or her height
c. / a person who has excess muscle tissue
d. / a person who weighs less than what is appropriate for his or her height
____41.Which two hormones stimulate production of all other sex hormones during adolescence?
a. / testosterone and estrogenb. / the hormones FSH and LH
c. / the hormones ADH and MSH
d. / growth hormone and melatonin
____42.Which of the following is a normal part of a healthy, mature male reproductive system?
a. / a painless lump or swelling in a testicleb. / a change in the way a testicle feels
c. / nocturnal emissions
d. / an inguinal hernia
____43.The pituitary gland
a. / is part of the nervous system.b. / controls the other glands in the endocrine system.
c. / coordinates the work of the nervous system, the immune system, and the endocrine system.
d. / serves as a link between the endocrine system and the nervous system.
____44.Which of the following puts a female at risk of sterility?
a. / contracting an STDb. / having regular pelvic exams
c. / practicing abstinence
d. / having irregular menstrual cycles
____45.Eggs move to the uterus through the
a. / endometrium. / c. / vagina.b. / cervix. / d. / fallopian tubes.
____46.The thyroid, adrenal, and pineal glands are all part of the
a. / reproductive system. / c. / nervous system.b. / immune system. / d. / endocrine system.
____47.Which of the following can result in damaged sperm or sterility in males?
a. / monthly TSEb. / contracting mumps in childhood
c. / use of anabolic steroids
d. / improper lifting of heavy objects
____48.When a female reaches puberty, the pituitary gland begins to produce hormones that cause
a. / the ovaries to produce eggs.b. / the ovaries to store immature eggs.
c. / the stored immature ova to mature.
d. / the ova to implant in the uterine wall.
____49.Sperm are produced in the
a. / testes. / c. / prostate gland.b. / vas deferens. / d. / seminal vesicles.
____50.Which of the following increases heartbeat and respiration during periods of high emotion?
a. / the thyroid gland / c. / the pituitary glandb. / the adrenal glands / d. / the pineal gland
____51.Tiny air sacs in the lungs are destroyed, making breathing extremely difficult, in the disease called
a. / emphysema. / c. / chronic bronchitis.b. / coronary heart disease. / d. / lung cancer.
____52.When carbon monoxide is present in the blood, the body’s tissues and cells are deprived of
a. / hemoglobin. / c. / iron.b. / carcinogens. / d. / oxygen.
____53.Nicotine contributes to plaque buildup in blood vessels, increasing the chance of
a. / lung cancer. / c. / arteriosclerosis.b. / diabetes. / d. / oral cancer.
____54.Nicotine gum is an over-the-counter product that is used as a nicotine
a. / deactivator. / c. / enhancer.b. / substitute. / d. / antitoxin.
____55.Tar contained in tobacco smoke is harmful to the lungs because it
a. / clogs the blood vessels. / c. / paralyzes cilia.b. / is a stimulant. / d. / is addictive.
____56.A social consequence of smoking is
a. / a higher chance of stroke.b. / decreased cardiorespiratory endurance.
c. / paying a fine for providing tobacco to minors.
d. / being excluded by nonsmokers.
____57.People who use smokeless tobacco
a. / have fewer health risks than smokers.b. / can become addicted to nicotine.
c. / do not get tobacco-related cancers.
d. / can quit more easily than smokers.
____58.When quitting smoking, stress-management techniques can
a. / prevent diseases of the lungs.b. / reduce peer pressure.
c. / help ease people through the withdrawal process.
d. / be a nicotine substitute.
____59.Nicotine causes addiction and
a. / acts as a stimulant. / c. / competes with oxygen.b. / is a carcinogen. / d. / destroys cilia.
____60.Which of the following is NOT a possible consequence of smoking while pregnant?
a. / premature delivery / c. / stillbirthb. / deformities / d. / high birth weight
____61.A symptom of alcohol poisoning is
a. / increased excitability. / c. / inconsistent abilities.b. / irregular heartbeat. / d. / increased respiration.
____62.Drinking five or more alcoholic drinks at a sitting is called
a. / binge drinking. / c. / alcohol poisoning.b. / alcohol abuse. / d. / moderate drinking.
____63.The long-term effects of alcohol use can include
a. / dulled concentration. / c. / altered judgment.b. / nausea. / d. / high blood pressure.
____64.A condition in which liver tissue is replaced with useless scar tissue is called
a. / fatty liver. / c. / cirrhosis.b. / alcoholic hepatitis. / d. / fetal alcohol syndrome.
____65.Which of the following is NOT true of the short-term effects of alcohol use?
a. / Some alcohol passes quickly into the bloodstream from the stomach.b. / Nerves controlling involuntary functions are depressed.
c. / Fats build up in the liver, causing liver cells to die.
d. / Coordination and speech are impaired.
____66.When a person is dependent on alcohol, he or she
a. / has a nervous system disorder.b. / is intoxicated.
c. / has fetal alcohol syndrome.
d. / is an alcoholic.
____67.Medical researchers have found that drinking alcohol of any sort
a. / slows reflexes.b. / heightens judgment.
c. / decreases forgetfulness.
d. / reduces risk-taking behaviors.
____68.According to teens, the most important factor in choosing not to use alcohol is
a. / media messages.b. / peer pressure.
c. / fear of intoxication.
d. / parental disapproval.
____69.The first stage of alcoholism is characterized by
a. / brain damage and kidney defects.b. / admission that there is a problem.
c. / becoming intoxicated regularly.
d. / the need for less alcohol to become intoxicated.
____70.Which of these is NOT a factor that influences the onset and severity of the short-term effects of drinking?
a. / body size and genderb. / time of consumption
c. / food in the stomach
d. / rate of consumption
____71.Which treatment would be most appropriate for a person with a long history of serious drug abuse?
a. / drug counselingb. / maintenance therapy
c. / a stay at a therapeutic community
d. / medication therapy
____72.Morphine, codeine, and aspirin are all
a. / antivirals. / c. / vaccines.b. / analgesics. / d. / antibiotics.
____73.Which of the following is an accurate statement about side effects?
a. / Most medicines do not cause side effects.b. / Taking two medicines at the same time always causes harmful side effects.
c. / Any given medicine will produce the same side effects in everyone who takes it.
d. / Your body’s reaction to a medicine depends on your body chemistry.
____74.Cocaine is a
a. / gateway drug. / c. / designer drug.b. / psychoactive drug. / d. / stimulant.
____75.Substance abuse does NOT lead to
a. / accidental deaths. / c. / an increase in control.b. / violent crimes. / d. / unintended pregnancies.
____76.Marijuana
a. / interferes with the immune system and may permanently damage it.b. / contains fewer cancer-causing chemicals than tobacco.
c. / raises the level of testosterone in men.
d. / enhances mental reflexes and short-term memory.
____77.Which of the following can cause increased risk of injury to tendons and ligaments?
a. / anabolic-androgenic steroidsb. / inhalants
c. / psychoactive drugs
d. / narcotics
____78.Which of the following are never used in a medicinal capacity?
a. / depressants / c. / narcoticsb. / hallucinogens / d. / stimulants
____79.In the drug interaction known as the synergistic effect,
a. / two medicines taken together cancel each other out.b. / the patient builds up a tolerance to two medicines taken together.
c. / one medicine strengthens the effect of another taken at the same time.
d. / one medicine alleviates the side effects of another taken at the same time.
____80.Which is an example of misuse of a medicine?
a. / taking aspirin for a feverb. / taking drugs to control blood pressure
c. / throwing away a medicine that has passed its expiration date
d. / giving a friend one of your prescription pain relievers
____81.During the asymptomatic stage of HIV infection,
a. / the virus continues to grow and can be transmitted to others.b. / the infected person cannot transmit the virus to others.
c. / the virus goes dormant and does not reproduce itself for a period of time.
d. / the symptoms become increasingly severe.
____82.Which of the following STDs stays in the body after symptoms are treated?
a. / chlamydia / c. / gonorrheab. / human papillomavirus / d. / syphilis
____83.Compared to adults, teens are less likely to
a. / have more than one sexual partner.b. / engage in unprotected sex.
c. / select high-risk partners.
d. / seek medical attention for an STD.
____84.Which of the following statements is NOT true?
a. / All STDs produce recognizable symptoms.b. / All STDs are preventable.
c. / Some STDs can be passed from a mother to her baby.
d. / Some STDS cause cancer.
____85.The first symptoms of HIV infection include
a. / rapid weight loss. / c. / confusion and forgetfulness.b. / open sores. / d. / fever and body aches.
____86.HIV can be transmitted through
a. / food. / c. / blood.b. / the air. / d. / the skin.
____87.The best method for preventing STDs is
a. / using barrier protection during sexual activity.b. / abstaining from sexual activity.
c. / choosing low-risk sex partners.
d. / avoiding alcohol and drugs.
____88.Which can cause the EIA to give inaccurate results?
a. / drinking alcohol before the testb. / engaging in sexual intercourse before the test
c. / being in the symptom-free stage of HIV infection
d. / having certain medical conditions or testing too soon after acquiring HIV
____89.Which statement about genital herpes is NOT true?
a. / Both types of herpes can affect the mouth and genitals.b. / Many people who have genital herpes have no symptoms.
c. / The virus can only be spread when blisters are present.
d. / A person who has genital herpes may have outbreaks throughout his or her life.
____90.HIV often destroys brain cells, causing confusion and memory loss
a. / in the last stages of HIV, or AIDS.b. / in the symptomatic stage of infection.
c. / even when no other symptoms are present.
d. / as the immune system keeps pace with HIV infection.
____91.A cut caused by a razor blade is called
a. / an abrasion. / c. / a puncture.b. / a laceration. / d. / an avulsion.
____92.The first link in the chain of survival is to
a. / begin CPR.b. / begin defibrillation.
c. / phone 911.
d. / going to the hospital.
____93.Which is part of the correct treatment of a nosebleed?
a. / Apply pressure to the bleeding nostril.b. / Tilt the head back to slow the flow of blood.
c. / If the nose is still bleeding after 15 minutes, seek professional help.
d. / Encourage the person to breathe through the nose.
____94.Universal precautions include
a. / wearing protective gloves.b. / not moving a victim if possible.
c. / learning to give CPR.
d. / checking the victim’s pulse.
____95.If someone is bitten by a poisonous snake, you should
a. / elevate the bitten area.b. / apply heat to the bite.
c. / apply ice to the bite.
d. / have the victim lie down.
____96.What do adult and infant CPR have in common?
a. / the amount of force used for chest compressionsb. / the positioning of the head before beginning rescue breathing
c. / the length of the breaths given
d. / the length of time you should wait between breaths
____97.If someone faints, you should
a. / begin CPR.b. / splash water on the person's face.
c. / lay the person down and elevate the legs.
d. / sit the person up and place his or her head between the knees.
____98.Which of the following is an accurate statement about poisoning?
a. / Poison on the skin should not be flushed with water, because that will spread the poison.b. / Most poisonings can be treated without professional help.
c. / If someone swallows poison, you should induce vomiting immediately.
d. / If poison gets in your eye, flush the eye with water and call 911.
____99.Restlessness, skin that is pale, cool, and moist, and rapid breathing and pulse are all symptoms of