Question 1

The proposition that all diseases can be explained by disturbances in physiological processes

Accepted Answer

A)  is the basis of the biomedical model. 
B)  is no longer the dominant view in the field of medicine. 
C) has never been widely accepted. 
D)  is consistent with an emphasis on psychosocial factors. 
A)  is the basis of the biomedical model. 
B)  is no longer the dominant view in the field of medicine. 
C) has never been widely accepted. 
D)  is consistent with an emphasis on psychosocial factors.

Question 2

In discussing the illness and health continuum, Antonovsky emphasizes

Accepted Answer

A)  illness more than health. 
B)  a revised focus toward what helps people stay healthy. 
C) the psychosocial factors that contribute to illness. 
D) the role of poverty in health care. 
A)  illness more than health. 
B)  a revised focus toward what helps people stay healthy. 
C) the psychosocial factors that contribute to illness. 
D) the role of poverty in health care.

Question 3

Dr. Martinez is conducting an in-depth study of a patient exposed to farm pesticides. Dr. Martinez is probably using a

Accepted Answer

A) cross‑sectional design. 
B) experimental design. 
C) single-subject design. 
D) twin study. 
A) cross‑sectional design. 
B) experimental design. 
C) single-subject design. 
D) twin study.

Question 4

The method of experimental design in which the subject and the experimenter are unaware of which group they are assigned is called the

Accepted Answer

A)  experimental control. 
B)  double‑blind procedure. 
C)  nonexperimental method. 
D)  quasi-experimental approach. 
A)  experimental control. 
B)  double‑blind procedure. 
C)  nonexperimental method. 
D)  quasi-experimental approach.

Question 5

Claudia goes to the university health center complaining of a sore throat and headache.A blood test reveals that her white blood cell count is high, and a throat culture reveals a streptococcus infection.Which of the following is true?

Accepted Answer

A)  Claudia's high white blood cell count is a symptom of illness. 
B)  Her sore throat is a sign of illness. 
C)  The results of the blood test and throat culture are signs of illness. 
D)  Her headache and high white blood count are symptoms of illness. 
A)  Claudia's high white blood cell count is a symptom of illness. 
B)  Her sore throat is a sign of illness. 
C)  The results of the blood test and throat culture are signs of illness. 
D)  Her headache and high white blood count are symptoms of illness.

Question 6

An epidemiologist writes a report discussing the total number of previously reported and new cases of AIDS for the past 5 years.He is reporting on the disease's

Accepted Answer

A) prevalence. 
B) morbidity. 
C) incidence. 
D) mortality. 
A) prevalence. 
B) morbidity. 
C) incidence. 
D) mortality.

Question 7

Match the following with descriptions given in questions
-Provides direct service to patients in the management of their illnesses
or engages in research and teaching.

Accepted Answer

A) epidemiology 
B) public health 
C) medical sociology 
D) medical anthropology 
E) health psychology 
A) epidemiology 
B) public health 
C) medical sociology 
D) medical anthropology 
E) health psychology

Question 8

Match the following with descriptions given in questions
-May conduct studies on the medical practices in different cultures.

Accepted Answer

A) epidemiology 
B) public health 
C) medical sociology 
D) medical anthropology 
E) health psychology 
A) epidemiology 
B) public health 
C) medical sociology 
D) medical anthropology 
E) health psychology

The proposition that all diseases can be explained by disturbances in physiological processes

In discussing the illness and health continuum, Antonovsky emphasizes

Dr. Martinez is conducting an in-depth study of a patient exposed to farm pesticides. Dr. Martinez is probably using a

The method of experimental design in which the subject and the experimenter are unaware of which group they are assigned is called the

Claudia goes to the university health center complaining of a sore throat and headache.A blood test reveals that her white blood cell count is high, and a throat culture reveals a streptococcus infection.Which of the following is true?

An epidemiologist writes a report discussing the total number of previously reported and new cases of AIDS for the past 5 years.He is reporting on the disease's

Match the following with descriptions given in questions -Provides direct service to patients in the management of their illnesses or engages in research and teaching.

Match the following with descriptions given in questions -May conduct studies on the medical practices in different cultures.

The Bodys Physical Systems

Stress: Its Meaning, Impact and Sources

Stress, Biopsychosocial Factors, and Illness

Coping With and Reducing Stress

Health-Related Beahviour and Health Promotion

Reducing Substance and Abuse

Improving Nutrition, Weight Control and Diet, Exercise and Safety

Using Health Services

In the Hosital: the Setting, Procedures and Effects on Patients

The Nature and Symptoms of Pain

Managing and Controlling Clinical Pain

Serious and Disabling Chronic Health Illnesses: Causes, Management, and Coping

Heart Disease, Stroke, Cancer, and Aids:

Whats Ahead for Health Psychology

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Exam 1: An Overview of Psychology and Health

The proposition that all diseases can be explained by disturbances in physiological processes

In discussing the illness and health continuum, Antonovsky emphasizes

Dr. Martinez is conducting an in-depth study of a patient exposed to farm pesticides. Dr. Martinez is probably using a

The method of experimental design in which the subject and the experimenter are unaware of which group they are assigned is called the

Claudia goes to the university health center complaining of a sore throat and headache.A blood test reveals that her white blood cell count is high, and a throat culture reveals a streptococcus infection.Which of the following is true?

An epidemiologist writes a report discussing the total number of previously reported and new cases of AIDS for the past 5 years.He is reporting on the disease's

Match the following with descriptions given in questions -Provides direct service to patients in the management of their illnesses or engages in research and teaching.

Match the following with descriptions given in questions -May conduct studies on the medical practices in different cultures.

The Bodys Physical Systems

Stress: Its Meaning, Impact and Sources

Stress, Biopsychosocial Factors, and Illness

Coping With and Reducing Stress

Health-Related Beahviour and Health Promotion

Reducing Substance and Abuse

Improving Nutrition, Weight Control and Diet, Exercise and Safety

Using Health Services

In the Hosital: the Setting, Procedures and Effects on Patients

The Nature and Symptoms of Pain

Managing and Controlling Clinical Pain

Serious and Disabling Chronic Health Illnesses: Causes, Management, and Coping

Heart Disease, Stroke, Cancer, and Aids:

Whats Ahead for Health Psychology

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