Question 1

The ever-changing process of achieving individual potential in the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and environmental dimensions is the definition of

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A)  health. 
B)  satisfaction. 
C)  fitness. 
D)  recovery. 
A)  health. 
B)  satisfaction. 
C)  fitness. 
D)  recovery.

Question 2

To successfully change a behavior, a person must recognize that change is a(n)

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A)  stressful situation. 
B)  chance to wipe out past mistakes. 
C)  isolated event. 
D)  process that occurs in stages. 
A)  stressful situation. 
B)  chance to wipe out past mistakes. 
C)  isolated event. 
D)  process that occurs in stages.

Question 3

The change model based on three factors (social environment, thoughts and feelings, and behavior) in interaction with each other is known as the

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A)  behavior modification model. 
B)  transtheoretical model. 
C)  health belief model. 
D)  social cognitive model. 
A)  behavior modification model. 
B)  transtheoretical model. 
C)  health belief model. 
D)  social cognitive model.

Question 4

Health promotion

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A)  involves social justice efforts aimed at achieving health care for all Americans. 
B)  refers to fund-raising campaigns for health-related organizations. 
C)  includes policies, programs, and financial support for initiatives that promote health. 
D)  focuses on curing the most prevalent diseases. 
A)  involves social justice efforts aimed at achieving health care for all Americans. 
B)  refers to fund-raising campaigns for health-related organizations. 
C)  includes policies, programs, and financial support for initiatives that promote health. 
D)  focuses on curing the most prevalent diseases.

Question 5

Excessive drug and alcohol consumption and smoking are the primary modifiable determinants related to chronic diseases.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

According to the transtheoretical model, a person in the precontemplation stage

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A)  has no current intention to change or believes there is no need to change. 
B)  is aware of the problem and is making preparations for change. 
C)  is aware of the problem but is greatly afraid of change. 
D)  is aware of the problem and is already taking action to implement change. 
A)  has no current intention to change or believes there is no need to change. 
B)  is aware of the problem and is making preparations for change. 
C)  is aware of the problem but is greatly afraid of change. 
D)  is aware of the problem and is already taking action to implement change.

Question 7

The dimensions of physical health include all of the following EXCEPT

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A)  the ability to perform activities of daily living. 
B)  the ability to analyze information. 
C)  body size and shape. 
D)  sensory acuity and responsiveness. 
A)  the ability to perform activities of daily living. 
B)  the ability to analyze information. 
C)  body size and shape. 
D)  sensory acuity and responsiveness.

Question 8

Which of the following did NOT contribute to increased life expectancy in the early 20ᵗʰ century?

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A)  Improved sanitation 
B)  Antibiotics 
C)  Vaccinations 
D)  More doctors in metropolitan areas 
A)  Improved sanitation 
B)  Antibiotics 
C)  Vaccinations 
D)  More doctors in metropolitan areas

Question 9

Missy is motivated to lose weight. She now relies on a 30-minute walk every morning to get going for the day. Missy attended a nutrition seminar and found several online sources to help her keep track of calories and nutrients consumed. On Monday, she will begin her new eating program. Missy is in a state of

Accepted Answer

A)  precontemplation. 
B)  maintenance. 
C)  readiness. 
D)  denial. 
A)  precontemplation. 
B)  maintenance. 
C)  readiness. 
D)  denial.

Question 10

Healthy People 2020 is a plan designed to

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A)  improve health-related quality of life and years of life of Americans. 
B)  update FDA regulations on the manufacture and sale of drugs in the United States. 
C)  extend health insurance coverage to millions more Americans. 
D)  increase payments to doctors who serve Medicaid and Medicare patients. 
A)  improve health-related quality of life and years of life of Americans. 
B)  update FDA regulations on the manufacture and sale of drugs in the United States. 
C)  extend health insurance coverage to millions more Americans. 
D)  increase payments to doctors who serve Medicaid and Medicare patients.

Question 11

One of the most important goals of Healthy People 2020 is to

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A)  reduce health care costs for all Americans. 
B)  eliminate health disparities and improve the health of all population groups. 
C)  increase funding for research on certain diseases such as cancer and diabetes. 
D)  increase the number of public health departments in every state. 
A)  reduce health care costs for all Americans. 
B)  eliminate health disparities and improve the health of all population groups. 
C)  increase funding for research on certain diseases such as cancer and diabetes. 
D)  increase the number of public health departments in every state.

Question 12

Judy strives to stay healthy. When she notices herself engaging in an unhealthy behavior, she makes a plan and takes action to get back on track. No challenge is too tough for her to take on. Judy has

Accepted Answer

A)  self-control. 
B)  self-efficacy. 
C)  self-awareness. 
D)  self-motivation. 
A)  self-control. 
B)  self-efficacy. 
C)  self-awareness. 
D)  self-motivation.

Question 13

The process of taking small individual steps toward a behavior change goal is

Accepted Answer

A)  action. 
B)  journaling. 
C)  preparation. 
D)  shaping. 
A)  action. 
B)  journaling. 
C)  preparation. 
D)  shaping.

Question 14

Which change model was created to illustrate how firmly held ideas affect behavior change?

Accepted Answer

A)  Health belief model 
B)  Transtheoretical model 
C)  Social cognitive model 
D)  Shaping model 
A)  Health belief model 
B)  Transtheoretical model 
C)  Social cognitive model 
D)  Shaping model

Question 15

When a person has support from others to change a behavior, this is an example of a(n)

Accepted Answer

A)  enabling factor. 
B)  contributing factor. 
C)  reinforcing factor. 
D)  predisposing factor. 
A)  enabling factor. 
B)  contributing factor. 
C)  reinforcing factor. 
D)  predisposing factor.

Question 16

Major public health achievements of the 20ᵗʰ century include

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A)  mental health counseling. 
B)  pharmaceutical products. 
C)  lower birth rates. 
D)  motor vehicle and workplace safety. 
A)  mental health counseling. 
B)  pharmaceutical products. 
C)  lower birth rates. 
D)  motor vehicle and workplace safety.

Question 17

List five characteristics that a healthy individual with optimal quality of life might display. Which characteristic do you think is the most important? Explain your reasoning.

Accepted Answer

(any five of the following)
• Ability to

Question 18

Jim was successful at meeting his exercise goal and rewarded himself by taking a three-day vacation at a golf resort. This is an example of a

Accepted Answer

A)  negative behavior. 
B)  reinforcing behavior. 
C)  manipulative behavior. 
D)  covert behavior. 
A)  negative behavior. 
B)  reinforcing behavior. 
C)  manipulative behavior. 
D)  covert behavior.

Question 19

Which strategy is used by many athletes to visualize the attainment of goals?

Accepted Answer

A)  Coaching 
B)  Imagined rehearsal 
C)  Athletic imagery 
D)  Vicarious performance 
A)  Coaching 
B)  Imagined rehearsal 
C)  Athletic imagery 
D)  Vicarious performance

Question 20

The model of health that is concerned with curing disease affecting a particular tissue or organ is the

Accepted Answer

A)  medical model. 
B)  surgical model. 
C)  public health model. 
D)  holistic model. 
A)  medical model. 
B)  surgical model. 
C)  public health model. 
D)  holistic model.

The ever-changing process of achieving individual potential in the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and environmental dimensions is the definition of

To successfully change a behavior, a person must recognize that change is a(n)

The change model based on three factors (social environment, thoughts and feelings, and behavior) in interaction with each other is known as the

Health promotion

Excessive drug and alcohol consumption and smoking are the primary modifiable determinants related to chronic diseases.

According to the transtheoretical model, a person in the precontemplation stage

The dimensions of physical health include all of the following EXCEPT

Which of the following did NOT contribute to increased life expectancy in the early 20ᵗʰ century?

Healthy People 2020 is a plan designed to

One of the most important goals of Healthy People 2020 is to

Judy strives to stay healthy. When she notices herself engaging in an unhealthy behavior, she makes a plan and takes action to get back on track. No challenge is too tough for her to take on. Judy has

The process of taking small individual steps toward a behavior change goal is

Which change model was created to illustrate how firmly held ideas affect behavior change?

When a person has support from others to change a behavior, this is an example of a(n)

Major public health achievements of the 20ᵗʰ century include

List five characteristics that a healthy individual with optimal quality of life might display. Which characteristic do you think is the most important? Explain your reasoning.

Jim was successful at meeting his exercise goal and rewarded himself by taking a three-day vacation at a golf resort. This is an example of a

Which strategy is used by many athletes to visualize the attainment of goals?

The model of health that is concerned with curing disease affecting a particular tissue or organ is the

Promoting and Preserving Your Psychological Health

Cultivating Your Spiritual Health

Managing Stress and Coping With Lifes Challenges

Improving Your Sleep

Preventing Violence and Injury

Building Healthy Relationships and Understanding Sexuality

Considering Your Reproductive Choices

Recognizing and Avoiding Addiction and Drug Abuse

Drinking Alcohol Responsibly and Ending Tobacco Use

Eating for a Healthier You

Reaching and Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Enhancing Your Body Image

Improving Your Personal Fitness

Reducing Your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

Minimizing Your Risk for Diabetes

Protecting Against Infectious and Noninfectious Diseases

Preparing for Aging Death and Dying

Environmental Health

Making Smart Health Care Choices

Understanding Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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Exam 1: Accessing Your Health

The ever-changing process of achieving individual potential in the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, spiritual, and environmental dimensions is the definition of

To successfully change a behavior, a person must recognize that change is a(n)

The change model based on three factors (social environment, thoughts and feelings, and behavior) in interaction with each other is known as the

Health promotion

Excessive drug and alcohol consumption and smoking are the primary modifiable determinants related to chronic diseases.

According to the transtheoretical model, a person in the precontemplation stage

The dimensions of physical health include all of the following EXCEPT

Which of the following did NOT contribute to increased life expectancy in the early 20ᵗʰ century?

Healthy People 2020 is a plan designed to

One of the most important goals of Healthy People 2020 is to

Judy strives to stay healthy. When she notices herself engaging in an unhealthy behavior, she makes a plan and takes action to get back on track. No challenge is too tough for her to take on. Judy has

The process of taking small individual steps toward a behavior change goal is

Which change model was created to illustrate how firmly held ideas affect behavior change?

When a person has support from others to change a behavior, this is an example of a(n)

Major public health achievements of the 20ᵗʰ century include

List five characteristics that a healthy individual with optimal quality of life might display. Which characteristic do you think is the most important? Explain your reasoning.

Jim was successful at meeting his exercise goal and rewarded himself by taking a three-day vacation at a golf resort. This is an example of a

Which strategy is used by many athletes to visualize the attainment of goals?

The model of health that is concerned with curing disease affecting a particular tissue or organ is the

Promoting and Preserving Your Psychological Health

Cultivating Your Spiritual Health

Managing Stress and Coping With Lifes Challenges

Improving Your Sleep

Preventing Violence and Injury

Building Healthy Relationships and Understanding Sexuality

Considering Your Reproductive Choices

Recognizing and Avoiding Addiction and Drug Abuse

Drinking Alcohol Responsibly and Ending Tobacco Use

Eating for a Healthier You

Reaching and Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Enhancing Your Body Image

Improving Your Personal Fitness

Reducing Your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

Minimizing Your Risk for Diabetes

Protecting Against Infectious and Noninfectious Diseases

Preparing for Aging Death and Dying

Environmental Health

Making Smart Health Care Choices

Understanding Complementary and Alternative Medicine

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