Health and wellness Flashcards by Austin Urbanski

Which structure helps protect the body against specific foreign agents?

Adrenal gland
Kidney
Thymus gland
Heart

Thymus gland

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What body system forms a protective barrier

Integumentary system

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what body system regulates body temperature

both integumentary and central nervous system

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what body system controls blood pressure

central nervous system

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what body system regulates thirst and hunger

central nervous system

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what body system regulates muscle and coordination

central nervous system

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A postmenopausal female with a body mass index of 33 smokes approximately two packs of cigarettes per day. The individual has no children and exercises rarely. During a routine physical exam, a physician found a small lump near the left breast.

Which two health conditions are of concern?

Choose 2 answers

Cancer
Diabetes
Rheumatic fever
Cardiovascular disease

cancer
cardiovascular disease

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A sanitation worker was experiencing headaches, fever, fatigue, stiff joints, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. After going to the doctor, the individual was diagnosed with hepatitis A.

Which approach prevents this type of infection?

Getting a vaccination
Getting adequate sleep
Drinking sufficient water
Taking vitamins and mineral supplements

Getting a vaccination

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When should conventional CPR be used?

For a burn victim
For a teenager who suddenly collapses
For heavy bleeding
For an adult who stops breathing and collapses

For an adult who stops breathing and collapses

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What are recommended ways to maintain proper oral hygiene?

Choose 3 answers

Having dental checkups twice a year
Brushing teeth after each meal
Using fluoride toothpaste
Brushing teeth with rigorous strokes
Eating foods high in vitamin E

Having dental checkups twice a year
Brushing teeth after each meal
Using fluoride toothpaste

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What are some effects of aerobic exercise on cardiorespiratory fitness?

Choose 3 answers

Enables more blood to be pumped with each stroke of the heart
Increases number of capillaries in trained skeletal muscles
Decreases mineral retention
Increases vascular resistance
Increases amount of oxygen inhaled
Decreases risk of conduction disorders

Enables more blood to be pumped with each stroke of the heart
Increases number of capillaries in trained skeletal muscles
Increases amount of oxygen inhaled

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Which of the following are common consequences of physical inactivity in our society?

Choose 3 answers

Increased incidence of childhood obesity
Increased productivity
Increased healthcare costs
Decreased health problems later in life
Decreased healthcare costs
Decreased number of healthy years of life

Increased incidence of childhood obesity
Increased healthcare costs
Decreased number of healthy years of life

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Which sleep stage is also known as deep sleep and occurs in longer periods during the first half of the night?

Stage 1
Stage 2
Stage 3
REM

Stage 3

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What is the recommended amount of sleep per day for a child between 6–13 years old?

11–13 hours
9–11 hours
7–9 hours
13–15 hours

9–11 hours

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Which food should be washed to prevent the spread of bacteria?

Cucumbers
Fish
Beef
Chicken

Cucumbers

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When should a person wash their hands to prevent the spread of bacteria?

After eating meals
Before using the bathroom
Before touching animals
After preparing food

After preparing food

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Why would a dietician recommend eating whole-grain products over refined products?

Better source of calcium and proteins
More preservatives
More fiber, vitamins, and minerals
Fewer calories per serving

More fiber, vitamins, and minerals

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Which food item is considered a healthy snack choice?

Pizza
Trail mix
Ice cream
Potato chips

Trail mix

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Which food item do vegans include in their diet?

Nuts
Fish
Eggs
Dairy

Nuts

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Which reaction is common with food allergies?

Nausea
Difficulty breathing
Stomach cramps
Bloating

Difficulty breathing

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what provides the elements in nutrition that are the most significant source of energy

Carbohydrates

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what provides the elements in nutrition that maintains and promotes cell growth

proteins

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what supports the body’s ability to store energy for later use

Fats

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what provides the energy source for brain metabolism

carbohydrates

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what provides reparative mechanisms for cells

proteins

what provides key functions in hormone regulation

fats

Which is the basic measure of energy in a food substance? Calorie Joule BTU Therm

Calorie

Which benefit is the mostly likely to occur in an individual achieving a healthy BMI through a combination of diet and exercise? Increased metabolism Reduced risk of high blood pressure Elevated risk of sleep disorders Decreased appetite levels

Reduced risk of high blood pressure

A very muscular athlete has a BMI of 30, which is classified as obese. Which course of action should the athlete take? Develop a vegetarian diet plan to reduce the athlete's body weight Increase cardiovascular workouts to reduce the athlete's body fat Recognize the athlete may be misclassifed due to their greater muscle mass and maintain current lifestyle Reduce salt intake because muscular individuals tend to retain water

Recognize the athlete may be misclassifed due to their greater muscle mass and maintain current lifestyle

A person was diagnosed with terminal lung cancer. Which of the following psychological stages would the person experience, according to Kubler-Ross? Choose 5 answers Denial Anger Bargaining Depression Acceptance Hope Mood swings Fear

Denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance

What common traits do people with high self-esteem most often possess? Choose 4 answers Take reasonable risks Solve problems Prevail over peers Nurture themselves Believe everything they do is special Confront things that frighten them

Take reasonable risks, Solve problems, Nurture themselves, Confront things that frighten them

Which of the following are warning signs of depression? Choose 4 answers Diminished appetite Feelings of worthlessness Difficulty concentrating Loss of interaction with others Intense feeling of fear Shortness of breath

Diminished appetite, Feelings of worthlessness, Difficulty concentrating, Loss of interaction with others,

Which disorder is characterized by cycles of overeating and then purging? Anxiety Bulimia Anorexia Addiction

Bulimia

Which of the following is an example of sexual harassment? Assuming your male students are better than your female students Making unwanted sexual advances toward a co-worker Only hiring female workers because you believe they are smarter than male workers Paying male employees a higher wage than female employees

Making unwanted sexual advances toward a co-worker

Which abusive relationship is occurring when a partner demands physical intimacy every night even when the partner is not interested? Sexual Mental Environmental Psychological

Sexual

What are some appropriate ways to manage stress? Choose 3 answers Eat healthy foods Get sufficient sleep Learn time management skills Limit social interactions Decrease physical activity

Eat healthy foods, Get sufficient sleep, Learn time management skills

Which of the following behaviors are common symptoms of stress? Choose 4 answers Smoking more often Stuttering momentarily Acting impulsively Grinding teeth Snapping fingers Scratching ears Washing hands

Smoking more often, Stuttering momentarily, Acting impulsively, Grinding teeth

Which characteristics of methamphetamine contribute to methamphetamine abuse? Choose 4 answers. It is relatively easy and inexpensive to produce. It causes the release of dopamine, which creates euphoria. It can be taken orally, intravenously, or intranasally. It increases wakefulness and physical activity. It reduces blood pressure and respiration rates. It increases appetite, leading to weight gain.

It is relatively easy and inexpensive to produce. It causes the release of dopamine, which creates euphoria It can be taken orally, intravenously, or intranasally, It increases wakefulness and physical activity.

what has a tranquilizing effect on the central nervous system?

alcohol

what causes impaired reaction time and judgement

alcohol

what increases heart rate and mental alertness

caffeine

what causes blood vessel constriction

caffeine

what has the most negative effect on a developing fetus

alcohol

During a team meeting two of your coworkers begin to disagree about which of their project plans should be implemented so you find a compromise that appeases both parties. This is an example of which SEL competency? Social-awareness Communication and leadership Executive function Self-awareness

Communication and leadership

Trying to use gender neutral pronouns when referring to gender non-conforming colleagues is an example of which SEL competency? Communication and leadership Executive function Self-awareness Self-management

Communication and leadership

After taking a math assessment you prepared for all week you get a lower score than you anticipated. Reviewing your coaching report and contacting the Math Center for help on the content areas where you seemed to struggle is an example of which SEL competency? Communication and leadership Self-awareness Executive function Self-management

Executive function

To prepare for a series of courses that require data analysis you watch a free instructional video that explains the various functions of Microsoft Excel. This is an example of which SEL competency? Executive function Self-awareness Social-awareness Communication and leadership

Executive function

Which is a key characteristic of social emotional learning? Understanding how to manage your emotions Being able to influence other people's perceptions Developing the ability to persuade people Coping with emotional and mental disorders

Understanding how to manage your emotions

Which SEL skills is characterized by the ability to practice empathy for people from different backgrounds? Self-awareness Communication and leadership Executive function Social-awareness

Social-awareness

Which is an example of self-awareness? Thinking an evaluator’s feedback is an opportunity to improve instead of personal criticism Being mindful of your tone before commenting on a fellow student’s presentation Joining a study group so you can help fellow students that lack your real-world experience Creating a system for organizing notes to make studying for assessments for effective

Thinking an evaluator’s feedback is an opportunity to improve instead of personal criticism

Thinking an evaluator’s feedback is an opportunity to improve instead of personal criticism is an example of which SEL competency? Self-awareness Executive function Self-management Communication & leadership

Self-awareness

Setting short-term goals for OTP and long-term goals for graduation is an example of which SEL competency? Self-awareness Executive function Self-management Communication & leadership

Self-management

Using breathing exercises to help control your anxiety before making a presentation to a new client is an example of which SEL competency? Social-awareness Self-management Self-awareness Communication and leadership

Self-management

You have to organize a dinner for your team at work and you are careful to find a restaurant with options for your vegetarian coworkers, so they feel comfortable. This is an example of which SEL competency? Communication and leadership Executive function Self-management Self-awareness

Communication and leadership

Which body system is responsible for bringing oxygen into the body and expelling carbon dioxide? The digestive system The respiratory system The endocrine system The cardiovascular system

The respiratory system

Which body system is responsible for transporting a constant supply of nutrients and oxygen to body cells? The digestive system The endocrine system The cardiovascular system The respiratory system

The cardiovascular system It is responsible for transporting nutrients, oxygen, and other essential substances to the body's cells and removing waste products like carbon dioxide.

Which symptoms are associated with MRSA? High fever, fatigue, headaches, and muscle stiffness Red bumps near a previous cut that are swollen, painful, warm to touch, and full of puss Cold-like systems followed by sudden high fever, severe headache, and stiff neck Watery eyes, nasal and chest congestion, sneezing, and a sore throat

Red bumps near a previous cut that are swollen, painful, warm to touch, and full of puss MRSA is an infectious disease of the integumentary system that is difficult to treat because it is resistant to most antibiotics. It is spread through contact.

What is a controllable risk factor of coronary artery disease? Lack of sleep Pain in the chest High cholesterol levels Pain down the arm

High cholesterol levels Risk factors are controllable and non-controllable. High blood cholesterol levels are controllable through diet, exercise, and medication.

Which recommendation aligns with the U.S. Physical Activity Guidelines for school-aged children? Complete 60 minutes or more of moderate to vigorous physical activity daily. Complete 30 minutes of moderate physical activity five days per week. Complete 30 minutes of aerobic activity five days per week. Complete 20 minutes of muscle-strengthening exercises four days per week.

Complete 60 minutes or more of moderate to vigorous physical activity daily. The recommendation for children and adolescents ages 6–17 is 60 minutes (one hour) or more each day.

Which exercise is an example of a muscular endurance activity? Pilates Lifting free weights Cycling uphill Dynamic stretching

Cycling uphill cycling uphill require sustained effort from the muscles, making it an example of muscular endurance.

What does the CDC recommend to prevent fire and burns? Set water heater thermostats to 150 degrees Fahrenheit. Maintain home smoke alarms on every floor. Only leave food unattended on the stove if flame is low. Create an escape plan with one main exit from the home.

Maintain home smoke alarms on every floor.

What is a recommendation for maintaining good dental hygiene? Brush teeth once per day. Replace toothbrush every month. Floss at least twice per week. Get a dental exam every six months.

Get a dental exam every six months. Adults, adolescents, and children should get a dental exam every six months.

Which sleep stage is characterized by slow breathing and heart rate that occurs before entering deeper sleep? REM Stage 3 Stage 2 Stage 1

Stage 2 Stage 2 non-REM is a period of sleep before you enter deeper sleep.

What is an effective strategy for sleeping better? Lie in bed awake until you start to fall asleep. Exercise right before bedtime to exhaust yourself. Set a schedule to go to bed at the same time every day. Watch TV in bed until you fall asleep.

Set a schedule to go to bed at the same time every day. To ensure you get enough sleep, establish a sleep schedule.

What is self-awareness

Self-awareness describes an individual's ability to recognize their own emotions and related reactions. People who are self-aware are mindful of the attitudes, beliefs, and practices that influence their behavior

Describe self-management

Self-management is about an individual's ability to regulate their emotions in different situations, control impulses, and manage stress

Describe communication and leadership

Communication and leadership relate to an individual's ability to develop strong personal and professional relationships. People who are effective communicators are able to listen to and cooperate with others.

Describe Executive Function

Executive function skills are the higher-order mental processes that help individuals manage complex tasks such as organizing and planning, remembering information, problem-solving, and regulating emotions. People with strong executive function skills are able to think critically and make responsible decisions

Describe Social Awareness

Social awareness is the ability to understand and empathize with others, recognize social dynamics, and respond appropriately to different social situations. It involves being aware of cultural norms, emotional cues, and the perspectives of individuals or groups, allowing for effective communication and collaboration

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