Question 1

Which of the following is not true about hypothermia?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is a potentially fatal condition from abnormally low body temperature. 
B)  In early stages it causes shivering. 
C)  It may produce poor judgment, apathy, and amnesia. 
D)  It can only happen in temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. 
A)  It is a potentially fatal condition from abnormally low body temperature. 
B)  In early stages it causes shivering. 
C)  It may produce poor judgment, apathy, and amnesia. 
D)  It can only happen in temperatures below 32 degrees Fahrenheit. D

Question 2

Which of the following statements is true about tai chi?

Accepted Answer

A)  Tai chi increases flexibility through the use of asanas (poses). 
B)  Tai chi originated in India about 5,000 years ago. 
C)  Tai chi combines stretching and movement against resistance, which is aided by devices such as tension springs or heavy rubber bands. 
D)  Tai chi is an ancient Chinese form of exercise widely practiced in the West that promotes balance, coordination, and meditation. 
A)  Tai chi increases flexibility through the use of asanas (poses). 
B)  Tai chi originated in India about 5,000 years ago. 
C)  Tai chi combines stretching and movement against resistance, which is aided by devices such as tension springs or heavy rubber bands. 
D)  Tai chi is an ancient Chinese form of exercise widely practiced in the West that promotes balance, coordination, and meditation. D

Question 3

If a person working in his yard on a very hot summer day begins to experience nausea, headache, dizziness, faintness, and the chills, he could be suffering from

Accepted Answer

A)  heat cramps. 
B)  heat exhaustion. 
C)  heatstroke. 
D)  heat fatigue. 
A)  heat cramps. 
B)  heat exhaustion. 
C)  heatstroke. 
D)  heat fatigue. B

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a test that assesses muscular endurance?

Accepted Answer

A)  1-minute curl-up test 
B)  Maximum repetition test 
C)  Sit-and-reach test 
D)  1.5-mile run test 
A)  1-minute curl-up test 
B)  Maximum repetition test 
C)  Sit-and-reach test 
D)  1.5-mile run test

Question 5

Which multifaceted form of exercise combines stretching with movement against resistance and involves the use of equipment with pulleys and springs or devices such as resistance bands?

Accepted Answer

A)  Weight training 
B)  Yoga 
C)  Static stretching 
D)  Pilates 
A)  Weight training 
B)  Yoga 
C)  Static stretching 
D)  Pilates

Question 6

The body's core muscles are the

Accepted Answer

A)  back and abdominals. 
B)  abdominals and legs. 
C)  back and legs. 
D)  chest and abdominals. 
A)  back and abdominals. 
B)  abdominals and legs. 
C)  back and legs. 
D)  chest and abdominals.

Question 7

Athletes who train too much are said to suffer from overload syndrome.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

The least serious form of heat-related illness is

Accepted Answer

A)  heatstroke. 
B)  heat exhaustion. 
C)  heat cramps. 
D)  hypothermia. 
A)  heatstroke. 
B)  heat exhaustion. 
C)  heat cramps. 
D)  hypothermia.

Question 9

Walking to class or up a flight of stairs would be examples of

Accepted Answer

A)  exercise. 
B)  physical fitness. 
C)  physical activity. 
D)  endurance. 
A)  exercise. 
B)  physical fitness. 
C)  physical activity. 
D)  endurance.

Question 10

During aerobic exercise, when you need to check your pulse to determine your heart rate, where on the body are the arteries located that are best to use?

Accepted Answer

A)  Side of neck or inside the wrist 
B)  Inside the wrist or behind the knee 
C)  At the temple or side of neck 
D)  Directly over the heart or inside the elbow 
A)  Side of neck or inside the wrist 
B)  Inside the wrist or behind the knee 
C)  At the temple or side of neck 
D)  Directly over the heart or inside the elbow

Question 11

Compare and contrast the health risks of the following two people: Suki is a 25-year-old recreational runner. She runs for 30 minutes at least 4 days a week and weight trains at a fitness center for 30 minutes 3 days a week. She also makes sure she stretches after her workouts. Marla is a 25-year-old graduate student who does not exercise regularly. She will occasionally take a jog with friends, but is often out of breath and too sore the next day to be motivated to do it regularly.

Accepted Answer

Suki has fewer health risks because she

Question 12

The amount of effort needed during a workout to improve some aspect of fitness is exercise

Accepted Answer

A)  flexibility. 
B)  intensity. 
C)  duration. 
D)  resistance. 
A)  flexibility. 
B)  intensity. 
C)  duration. 
D)  resistance.

Question 13

General pain that occurs below the knee and above the ankle is called

Accepted Answer

A)  shin fasciitis. 
B)  plantar fasciitis. 
C)  tendon inflammation. 
D)  shin splints. 
A)  shin fasciitis. 
B)  plantar fasciitis. 
C)  tendon inflammation. 
D)  shin splints.

Question 14

You want to train for a 10K race being held in July, which means you'll have to train in the heat of summer. Describe your plan to avoid heat-related illness.

Accepted Answer

Allow your body to adjust to working out

Question 15

Breaking a leg during a football game is an example of which type of injury?

Accepted Answer

A)  Overuse 
B)  Traumatic 
C)  Repetitive 
D)  Stress-related 
A)  Overuse 
B)  Traumatic 
C)  Repetitive 
D)  Stress-related

Question 16

It is wise to deal with being outdoors in cold temperatures by

Accepted Answer

A)  wearing lightweight clothing to aid air circulation. 
B)  being out on a day with low humidity. 
C)  wearing layered clothing and keeping hydrated. 
D)  restricting the intake of fluids before going out. 
A)  wearing lightweight clothing to aid air circulation. 
B)  being out on a day with low humidity. 
C)  wearing layered clothing and keeping hydrated. 
D)  restricting the intake of fluids before going out.

Question 17

The amount of force that a muscle is capable of exerting is referred to as

Accepted Answer

A)  muscular endurance. 
B)  muscular strength. 
C)  aerobic capacity. 
D)  the overload principle. 
A)  muscular endurance. 
B)  muscular strength. 
C)  aerobic capacity. 
D)  the overload principle.

Question 18

How does regular exercise physiologically lower the risk of heart disease?

Accepted Answer

Exercise makes both the cardiovascular a

Question 19

If you strain a muscle during exercise, you should put heat packs on it when you get home to ease the pain and promote healing.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

How long does it take for a person's body to become accustomed to exercising in the heat?

Accepted Answer

A)  4-5 days 
B)  About a week 
C)  About 2 weeks 
D)  At least 3 weeks 
A)  4-5 days 
B)  About a week 
C)  About 2 weeks 
D)  At least 3 weeks

Which of the following is not true about hypothermia?

Which of the following statements is true about tai chi?

If a person working in his yard on a very hot summer day begins to experience nausea, headache, dizziness, faintness, and the chills, he could be suffering from

Which of the following is an example of a test that assesses muscular endurance?

Which multifaceted form of exercise combines stretching with movement against resistance and involves the use of equipment with pulleys and springs or devices such as resistance bands?

The body's core muscles are the

Athletes who train too much are said to suffer from overload syndrome.

The least serious form of heat-related illness is

Walking to class or up a flight of stairs would be examples of

During aerobic exercise, when you need to check your pulse to determine your heart rate, where on the body are the arteries located that are best to use?

The amount of effort needed during a workout to improve some aspect of fitness is exercise

General pain that occurs below the knee and above the ankle is called

You want to train for a 10K race being held in July, which means you'll have to train in the heat of summer. Describe your plan to avoid heat-related illness.

Breaking a leg during a football game is an example of which type of injury?

It is wise to deal with being outdoors in cold temperatures by

The amount of force that a muscle is capable of exerting is referred to as

How does regular exercise physiologically lower the risk of heart disease?

If you strain a muscle during exercise, you should put heat packs on it when you get home to ease the pain and promote healing.

How long does it take for a person's body to become accustomed to exercising in the heat?

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Drinking Alcohol Responsibly and Ending Tobacco Use

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Reaching and Maintaining a Healthy Weight

Enhancing Your Body Image

Reducing Your Risk of Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

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Exam 14: Improving Your Personal Fitness

Which of the following is not true about hypothermia?

Which of the following statements is true about tai chi?

If a person working in his yard on a very hot summer day begins to experience nausea, headache, dizziness, faintness, and the chills, he could be suffering from

Which of the following is an example of a test that assesses muscular endurance?

Which multifaceted form of exercise combines stretching with movement against resistance and involves the use of equipment with pulleys and springs or devices such as resistance bands?

The body's core muscles are the

Athletes who train too much are said to suffer from overload syndrome.

The least serious form of heat-related illness is

Walking to class or up a flight of stairs would be examples of

During aerobic exercise, when you need to check your pulse to determine your heart rate, where on the body are the arteries located that are best to use?

The amount of effort needed during a workout to improve some aspect of fitness is exercise

General pain that occurs below the knee and above the ankle is called

You want to train for a 10K race being held in July, which means you'll have to train in the heat of summer. Describe your plan to avoid heat-related illness.

Breaking a leg during a football game is an example of which type of injury?

It is wise to deal with being outdoors in cold temperatures by

The amount of force that a muscle is capable of exerting is referred to as

How does regular exercise physiologically lower the risk of heart disease?

If you strain a muscle during exercise, you should put heat packs on it when you get home to ease the pain and promote healing.

How long does it take for a person's body to become accustomed to exercising in the heat?

Accessing Your Health

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

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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