EOC Flashcards

(61 cards)

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infection of the fallopian tubes and ovaries is a symptom of what?

A

Pelvic inflammatory disease

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Genital Herpes show up as what?

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blister-like sores

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what is the first sign of syphilis?

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chancre

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define antibodies

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proteins that destroy or neutralize invading pathogens

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5
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what is the name of the test that is used to screen donated blood for HIV antibodies?

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Elisa

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can a HIV infected mother pass the infection to her baby through breast milk?

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yes

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what is the only way to avoid STD’s and pregnancy?

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abstinence

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8
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does a vaccine for STD’s exist?

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other than HPV, no

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the common cold, flu, STI’s, chicken pox are examples of a ______ disease

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communicable

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10
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HIV must enter into the ____ in order to infect a person

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bloodstream

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11
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is type 1 diabetes an inherited disease?

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yes

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what type of diseases are not transmitted by contact?

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non-communicable

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13
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what type of STI can be cured?

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bacterial

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the umbilical cord transports what to the embryo?

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oxygen and nutrients

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15
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blocked fallopian tubes can cause females to be what?

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infertile

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what is the leading cause of death in an infant’s 1st years of life?

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low birth weight

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17
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slight enlargement of one testicle is a sign of what?

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testicular cancer

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18
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what is a STD that is caused by a virus?

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herpes

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your overall health and well-being is associated with the __ basic fitness components

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5

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20
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what are the two best locations to take your pulse?

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wrist and neck

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21
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define muscular endurance

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the ability of the muscles to do difficult physical tasks over a period of time

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what is cardiovascular endurance?

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the ability of the heart, blood vessels, and respiratory system to supply oxygen and necessary fuel to the muscles during exercise

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what is an acceptable percentage of body fat (for good health)?

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10% to 25% (12% to 15% for boys)

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24
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define anaerobic exercise

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any activity that breaks down glucose for energy without using oxygen

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Define aerobic exercise
include swimming laps, running, or cycling
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define body composition
the ratio of body fat to lean body tissue
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define flexibility
the ability to move a body part through full range of motion
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define physical fitness
the ability to carry out daily tasks easily, and have enough reserve energy to respond to unexpected demands
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what principle do we use to improve our fitness level?
F.I.T.T (fitness, intensity, time, type)
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what is the main function of the muscular system?
to control body movements
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one pound of fat equals how many calories?
3,500
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what happens to the stomach when a person is hungry?
it contracts
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define nutrients
substances in food that your body needs to function properly
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what is not digested but your body needs to help move waste?
fiber
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define calories
units of heat
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what type of test can indicate the % of body fat?
skin fold test
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the first fuel that your body uses during exercise is what?
carbs
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amino acids are what ___ are made of
proteins
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list 4 factors that influence your recommended daily caloric intake
age, gender, activity level, body size
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what are 3 diseases that can be caused by unhealthy eating?
obesity, heart diseases, cholesterol
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what are some health risks associated with a high BMI?
diabetes and cancer
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what is the emergency hormone?
adrenaline
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what are the 5 stages of loss(grief)?
denial, anger, barganing, depression, acceptance
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the new CPR guidelines recommends ___ chest compressions per minute should be administered
100
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the three ways to see if a person is breathing are
look, listen, feel
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define first aid
immediate, temporary care. the first 5 min are the most important
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the order to perform CPR is
compressions, airway, breathing
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a person would go into ____ if vital organs were deprived of blood
shock
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what lotion is used to relieve itching from a rash?
calamine lotion
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abdominal thrusts is another name for
Heimlich Maneuver
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what are the three C's in handling an emergency situation?
check, call, care
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what do athletes take to enhance performance?
anabolic steroids
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what ranks 1st as a cause of mental retardation?
fetal alcohol syndrome
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a stimulant speed up the what?
control nervous system (CNS)
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chemical and physical needs that the body develops for substances is called what?
physiological dependence
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define multiplier effect
taking drugs and alcohol together
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what drugs are associated with depressants?
xanax, valium, Ambien
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what does a depressant do?
slows CNS
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what drugs are associated with stimulants?
tobacco, caffeine, meth
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what are the three risks for secondhand exposure for children?
asthma, ear infection, respiratory illness
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what is a carcinogen?
cancer-causing substances