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1
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Which plane divides the patient’s body into upper (superior) and lower (inferior) halves?

a) Transverse plane
b) Sagittal plane
c) Coronal plane
d) Frontal plane

A

a) Transverse plane

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The integumentary system serves as a barrier to:

a) Emotional stress
b) Physical, chemical, and biological agents
c) Allergens only
d) Internal diseases

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b) Physical, chemical, and biological agents

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What is the primary function of smooth muscles?

a) Movement of the skeleton
b) Pumping blood
c) Digestive processes
d) Regulating body temperature

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c) Digestive processes

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Which system consists of the thymus, lymph nodes, bone marrow, and spleen?

a) Muscular system
b) Cardiovascular system
c) Lymphatic system
d) Urinary system

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c) Lymphatic system

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What is the main function of the respiratory system?

a) Pump blood throughout the body
b) Distribute oxygen and remove carbon dioxide
c) Aid in digestion
d) Regulate body temperature

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b) Distribute oxygen and remove carbon dioxide

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How does the cardiovascular system work with the respiratory system?

a) By distributing oxygenated blood (red blood cells)
b) By distributing nutrients and removing waste
c) By regulating body temperature
d) By removing excess fluid and debris

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b) By distributing nutrients and removing waste

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Which system is responsible for breaking down food and absorbing nutrients?

a) Digestive system
b) Skeletal system
c) Nervous system
d) Urinary system

A

a) Digestive system

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What is the primary function of the urinary system?

a) Distribution of nutrients
b) Elimination of waste products
c) Regulation of body temperature
d) Production of hormones

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b) Elimination of waste products (by expelling urine)

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Which hormone regulates heart rate, blood pressure, and appetite?

a) Insulin
b) Testosterone
c) Estrogen
d) Thyroid hormone

A

d) Thyroid hormone

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Aerobic exercises primarily strengthen which organ?

a) Liver
b) Lungs
c) Heart
D) B and C

A

D) B and C

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How many minutes of aerobic exercises per day should children aged 6 to 17 perform?

a) 30 minutes
b) 45 minutes
c) 60 minutes
d) 90 minutes

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c) 60 minutes

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What is the recommended sleep duration for adults aged 18 to 60?

a) 5 hours
b) 6 hours
c) 7 hours
d) 8 hours

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c) 7 hours

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At what age can puberty occur?

a) 10 to 13 years old
b) 13 to 15 years old
c) 8 to 10 years old
d) 8 to 15 years old

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d) 8 to 15 years old

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What are the characteristics of puberty in females?
a) Genital growth
b) Acne
c) Deepening of the voice
d) Breast tenderness

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d) Breast tenderness

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What are characteristics of fine motor skills?

a) Walking
b) Writing
c) Jumping
d) Running

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b) Writing

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What age range does the concrete operational stage of cognitive development typically occur?

a) Birth to 2 years
b) 2 to 7 years
c) 7 to 11 years
d) 12 years and older

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c) 7 to 11 years

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What is the main cause of intrauterine growth restriction (UIG)?

a) Lack of proper nutrition to the fetus
b) Genetic factors
c) Maternal stress
d) Exposure to toxic substances

A

a) Lack of proper nutrition to the fetus

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Which factor can lead to low birth weight?

a) Full-term birth
b) Premature birth
c) Maternal obesity
d) Regular prenatal care

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b) Premature birth

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What is the primary function of the skeletal system?

a) Circulation
b) Protection
c) Digestion
d) Hormone regulation

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b) Protection

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What are characteristics of unhealthy relationships?

a) Open communication
b) Mutual respect
c) Control
d) Trust

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c) Control

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What is peer pressure?

a) Internal influence
b) Direct influence from parents
c) External influence from reference groups
d) Indirect influence from friends

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External influence from reference groups

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What is the purpose of listening skills in communication?

a) To dominate conversations
b) To express opinions only
c) To show engagement and understanding
d) To avoid communication entirely

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c) To show engagement and understanding

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How should conflicts be resolved in healthy relationships?

a) Through avoidance
b) Through constructive problem-solving
c) Through manipulation
d) Through domination

A

Through constructive problem-solving

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Which stage of Piaget’s theory of cognitive development is marked by the use of logical thinking?

a) Sensorimotor stage
b) Preoperational stage
c) Concrete operational stage
d) Formal operational stage

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c) Concrete operational stage

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What can cognitive delays be classified as?

a) Intellectual disabilities
b) Mental illnesses only
c) Physical disabilities only
d) Emotional disorders

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a) Intellectual disabilities

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What is the primary purpose of prenatal care?

a) To prevent pregnancy
b) To monitor fetal development
c) To induce labor
d) To detect pregnancy at early stages

A

d) To detect pregnancy at early stages

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How does the environment impact health?
a) Only through physical factors
b) Only through social factors
c) Through both physical and social factors
d) It does not impact health

A

c) Through both physical and social factors

28
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What are traits passed within a family that can impact health?

a) Environmental factors
b) Hereditary factors
c) Peer influences
d) Educational background

A

b) Hereditary factors

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29) Which system serves as the “framework” for the body?

a) Respiratory system
b) Cardiovascular system
c) Skeletal system
d) Nervous system

A

c) Skeletal system

30
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What are key elements of the skeletal system?
a) Muscles
b) Nerves
c) Bones
d) Blood vessels

A

c) Bones

31
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What is the main function of the integumentary system?

a) Movement
b) Physical Protection
c) Digestion
d) Blood circulation

A

b) Physical Protection

32
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What is the purpose of the lymphatic system?

a) Nutrient distribution
b) Waste elimination
c) Fluid regulation
d) Immune defense

A

c) Fluid regulation

33
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Which system distributes oxygen throughout the body?

a) Respiratory system
b) Cardiovascular system
c) Digestive system
d) Urinary system

A

b) Cardiovascular system

34
Q

What is the recommended sleep duration for teenagers aged 13 to 18?

a) 6 to 8 hours
b) 8 to 10 hours
c) 10 to 12 hours
d) 12 to 14 hours

A

8 to 10 hours

35
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Which stage of cognitive development is marked by reasoning through hypothetical situations?

a) Sensorimotor stage
b) Preoperational stage
c) Concrete operational stage
d) Formal operational stage

A

d) Formal operational stage

36
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What is the primary function of the endocrine system?

a) Release of hormones
b) Distribution of nutrients
c) Regulation of body temperature
d) Elimination of waste products

A

Release of hormones

37
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How do aerobic exercises strengthen the heart?

a) By decreasing oxygen carrying capacity
b) By increasing resting blood pressure
c) By increasing high density lipoproteins
d) By decreasing high density lipoproteins

A

By increasing high density lipoproteins

38
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What is the recommended physical activity for preschool children aged 3 to 5?
a) 30 minutes per day
b) 60 minutes per day
c) 90 minutes per day
d) 120 minutes per day

A

b) 60 minutes per day

39
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What are characteristics of positive peer pressure?

a) Leads to depression
b) Results in poor self-confidence
c) Encourages healthy behaviors
d) Increases anxiety and stress

A

c) Encourages healthy behaviors

40
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What role do white blood cells play in the lymphatic system?

a) Regulation of body temperature
b) Transport of oxygen
c) Defense against pathogens
d) Production of hormones

A

c) Defense against pathogens

40
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How does the parasympathetic nervous system differ from the sympathetic nervous system in terms of its effect on the body?

A

c) It promotes relaxation and digestion

41
Q

Which neurotransmitter is primarily responsible for transmitting signals between neurons in the central nervous system?

a) Dopamine
b) Serotonin
c) Acetylcholine
d) GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid)

A

b) Serotonin

41
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What is the primary purpose of social support networks?

a) To provide medical treatment
b) To offer financial assistance
c) To provide support and guidance
d) To promote isolation and loneliness

A

c) To provide support and guidance

42
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How do hormones travel throughout the body in the endocrine system?

a) Through nerves
b) Through the bloodstream
c) Through lymphatic vessels
d) Through the digestive system

A

b) Through the bloodstream

43
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What is the main function of the adrenal glands in the endocrine system?

a) Regulation of blood sugar levels
b) Production of insulin
c) Control of heart rate
d) Regulation of calcium levels

A

a) Regulation of blood sugar levels

44
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How does the pituitary gland regulate other glands in the endocrine system?

a) By releasing hormones into the bloodstream
b) By directly controlling their function
c) By sending electrical signals
d) By stimulating hormone production

A

d) By stimulating hormone production

45
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What is the primary role of high-density lipoproteins (HDL) in the body?

a) They transport cholesterol to the liver for excretion
b) They deliver cholesterol to cells for membrane synthesis
c) They promote the formation of plaque in arteries
d) They regulate blood sugar levels

A

a) They transport cholesterol to the liver for excretion

46
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What is the recommended duration of moderate physical activity for adults per week, according to health guidelines?

a) 30 minutes
b) 60 minutes
c) 150 minutes
d) 300 minutes

A

c) 150 minutes

47
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Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating blood sugar levels in the body?

a) Insulin
b) Glucagon
c) Thyroxine
d) Cortisol

A

a) Insulin

48
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)How does dehydration affect the muscular system?

a) It increases muscle strength
b) It decreases muscle flexibility
c) It has no effect on muscle function
d) It enhances muscle endurance

A

b) It decreases muscle flexibility

49
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What is the main function of the pancreas in the endocrine system?

a) Regulation of blood pressure
b) Production of insulin and glucagon
c) Regulation of body temperature
d) Production of digestive enzymes

A

b) Production of insulin and glucagon

50
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What is the primary function of the thymus gland in the lymphatic system?

a) Production of white blood cells
b) Regulation of calcium levels
c) Regulation of body temperature
d) Maturation of T lymphocytes

A

d) Maturation of T lymphocytes

51
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)How does the respiratory system support the cardiovascular system during physical activity?

a) By slowing down heart rate
b) By increasing blood pressure
c) By providing oxygen to muscles
d) By decreasing lung capacity

A

c) By providing oxygen to muscles

52
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What is the main function of the spleen in the lymphatic system?

a) Production of red blood cells
b) Filtration of blood and removal of old red blood cells
c) Regulation of blood sugar levels
d) Regulation of body temperature

A

b) Filtration of blood and removal of old red blood cells

53
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15)How do bone-strengthening exercises differ from muscle-strengthening exercises?

a) They focus on improving cardiovascular health
b) They target different types of muscle fibers
c) They primarily involve weight-bearing activities
d) They require higher repetitions and lower resistance

A

c) They primarily involve weight-bearing activities

54
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How does the lymphatic system contribute to immune defense?

a) By producing antibodies
b) By regulating body temperature
c) By transporting oxygen
d) By controlling heart rate

A

a) By producing antibodies

55
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16)What is the primary function of the urinary bladder in the urinary system?

a) Regulation of electrolyte balance
b) Storage and excretion of urine
c) Production of urine
d) Filtration of blood

A

b) Storage and excretion of urine

56
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What are the primary functions of the mammary glands in the reproductive system?
a) Production of testosterone
b) Production of estrogen
c) Secretion of milk for newborn nourishment
d) Regulation of menstrual cycle

A

c) Secretion of milk for newborn nourishment

56
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What are characteristics of effective social support networks?

a) Isolation and loneliness
b) Limited communication
c) Positive relationships and guidance
d) Unhealthy boundaries and distrust

A

c) Positive relationships and guidance

57
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How does the nervous system regulate body temperature?

a) By releasing hormones into the bloodstream
b) By controlling blood flow to the skin
c) By increasing metabolic rate
d) By stimulating muscle contractions

A

b) By controlling blood flow to the skin

58
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Which plane divides the patient’s body into imaginary upper (superior) and lower(inferior) halves

A)sagittal plane
b) Coronal Plane
c) Transerve plane
d) horizontal plane

A

C and D) Transerve and horizontal

59
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Which plane divides the patient’s body vertically into front and back (anterior and posterior) sections

a)Coronal plane
b)Travserve
c)sagittal

A

a)Coronal plane/frontal

60
Q

preschool children (3-5) should sleep for how many hours ?

a) 8-10
b) 9-11)
c) 7-11)
d) 10-13

A

d) 10-13

61
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Elementary school children should sleep for how many hours?

a) 10-13
b) 8-10
c) 9-12
d)11-13

A

c) 9-12 hours

62
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Gross motor skills involve
a) grasping utensils
b) writting
c) sitting
d) crawling

A

c and d ) sitting
) crawling

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