Deck 1: Taking Charge of Your Health

Question 1

The leading preventable cause of death among Americans is

A)alcohol consumption.
B)careless driving.
C)poor health care.
D)tobacco use.

Answer 1

tobacco use.

Question 2

Optimism,trust,and self-confidence are components of

A)emotional wellness.
B)interpersonal wellness.
C)physical wellness.
D)spiritual wellness.

Answer 2

emotional wellness.

Question 3

The way a person interacts with people of a different religion,ethnicity,or sexual orientation is an aspect of

A)interpersonal wellness.
B)spiritual wellness.
C)emotional wellness.
D)cultural wellness.

Answer 3

cultural wellness.

Question 4

During the twentieth century the average life span

A)did not change significantly.
B)increased slightly.
C)nearly doubled.
D)nearly tripleD.

Question 5

Which of the following contributes positively to one's physical wellness,as opposed to one of the other dimensions?

A)being open to new ideas
B)eating a balanced diet
C)maintaining an optimistic attitude
D)maintaining satisfying relationships

Question 6

The single most important factor in determining an individual's level of wellness is

A)age.
B)lifestyle.
C)environment.
D)genetics.

Question 7

During the past 100 years,the major causes of death have shifted from _____ to _____.

A)infectious diseases;chronic diseases
B)accidents;infectious diseases
C)chronic diseases;infectious diseases
D)chronic diseases;accidents

Question 8

Lifestyle factors that contribute to heart disease include

A)a sedentary lifestyle.
B)cigarette smoking.
C)excess consumption of alcohol.
D)all of these.

Question 9

Protecting yourself from exposure to toxic substances in the workplace is an example of _______________ wellness.

A)environmental
B)intellectual
C)spiritual
D)occupational

Question 10

Adam's parents are not concerned about their son's ability to adapt to college,because he is curious,demonstrates an openness to ideas,and looks for solutions to problems.These qualities are reflective of Adam's _______________ wellness.

A)emotional
B)intellectual
C)interpersonal
D)spiritual

Question 11

Occupational wellness can be measured by how much ___________ your job offers.

A)fulfillment
B)money
C)status
D)work

Question 12

Financial wellness includes a person's ability to

A)find happiness on the job.
B)balance income and expenses.
C)avoid hazards in the workplace.
D)develop a high level of fitness.

Question 13

The top three causes of death among Americans aged 15 to 24 are

A)accidents,suicide,and homicide.
B)accidents,smoking,and cancer.
C)homicide,cancer,and accidents.
D)smoking,homicide,and suicide.

Question 14

The nine dimensions of wellness include all of the following EXCEPT

A)dietary wellness.
B)emotional wellness.
C)environmental wellness.
D)spiritual wellness.

Question 15

The nine dimensions of wellness

A)are out of most people's control.
B)are interrelated.
C)demonstrate the separation of mind and body.
D)are static and unchangeable.

Question 16

Spiritual wellness is best described as having

A)a strong support network of family and friends.
B)beliefs that give meaning and purpose to life.
C)the ability to express oneself creatively.
D)the ability to share one's feelings.

Question 17

A large proportion of public health policies are aimed at

A)improving physician's education.
B)preventing disease.
C)rehabilitating patients.
D)lowering treatment costs.

Question 18

The health determinant that we have LEAST control over is

A)diet.
B)exercise.
C)genetic makeup.
D)tobacco use.

Question 19

Which of the following is currently America's number one cause of death?

A)accidents
B)cancer
C)heart disease
D)suicide

Question 20

A goal of Healthy People 2020 is to

A)eliminate chronic illnesses.
B)eliminate health disparities among Americans.
C)increase life expectancy beyond 100 years.
D)reduce the amount of profit health care providers make.

Question 21

John,an African American student,has chosen to incorporate exercise into his daily routine.Which of the following health concerns for African Americans is the most likely basis for his decision?

A)African Americans have higher rates of asthmA.
B)African Americans have higher rates of elevated blood pressure and obesity.
C)African Americans have higher rates of infant mortality.
D)African Americans have higher rates of suicide.

Question 22

The belief in one's ability to be successful in the performance of a given task is termed

A)self-concept.
B)self-efficacy.
C)self-esteem.
D)self-fulfilling prophecy.

Question 23

Women have higher rates than men for which of the following risk factors for disease?

A)smoking
B)drinking
C)lower earnings
D)delayed doctor visits

Question 24

Gay,lesbian,bisexual,and transgender teens are at high risk for

A)asthmA.
B)cancer.
C)diabetes.
D)suicide.

Question 25

When evaluating health topics on the Internet,be sure to check the

A)most popular blogs first.
B)latest media post on the topic.
C)qualifications of the site's authors.
D)testimonials page of the website.

Question 26

Which of the following statements regarding the health of diverse population groups is TRUE?

A)American ethnic minorities have higher rates of death and disability than the U.S.population as a whole.
B)American ethnic minorities have the same rates of death and disability than the U.S.population as a whole.
C)American ethnic minorities have lower rates of death and disability than the U.S.population as a whole.
D)No studies exist that compare the rates of death and disability for ethnic minorities to those of the U.S.population as a whole.

Question 27

When compared to the overall U.S.population,Asian Americans have

A)higher rates of obesity.
B)higher rates of heart disease.
C)lower overall death rates.
D)shorter life expectancies.

Question 28

Income and education are closely linked with health status.The __________ the poverty rate and the __________ the education level,the more likely it is a group will have poor health.

A)higher;higher
B)higher;lower
C)lower;higher
D)lower;lower

Question 29

Those with an internal locus of control believe that events turn out as they do based on

A)fate or luck.
B)heredity.
C)their family's status.
D)their own actions.

Question 30

A target behavior can best be defined as

A)a behavior that is the focus of your behavior change plan.
B)a friend's behavior that you urge him or her to change.
C)a lifelong habit you want to stop immediately.
D)several bad,interrelated habits in need of change.

Question 31

Which of the following threatens severe weather change and the extinction of species on a global scale?

A)acid rain
B)light pollution
C)climate change
D)inorganic pesticides

Question 32

The first step in improving wellness by lifestyle management is to

A)ask friends what you should improve.
B)ask your family for assistance.
C)conduct a self-assessment.
D)sign up for a group program.

Question 33

Part of a successful plan to change an unhealthy behavior is to

A)focus on changing several related behaviors.
B)keep the plan to yourself.
C)wait until you have more time.
D)start small by choosing one change to make.

Question 34

The technique of visualizing yourself engaging in a new,healthier behavior is one of the best ways to

A)boost your confidence.
B)improve physical strength.
C)keep an eye on your future.
D)externalize your locus of control.

Question 35

The following are all environmental factors that affect health EXCEPT the

A)air you breathe.
B)amount of crime in your community.
C)genetic make-up of your body.
D)water you drink.

Question 36

Eduardo has identified gambling as a target behavior because it is interfering with his schoolwork.To aid him in stopping this particularly challenging behavior,he may need to

A)buy a self-help book.
B)find outside help.
C)spend more time with his friends.
D)use a self-management approach.

Question 37

The weakest plan for changing health behavior is one that

A)attempts to change more than one behavior at a time.
B)identifies cues to behaviors.
C)incorporates rewards for reaching goals.
D)makes slow,systematic changes in behavior.

Question 38

People with disabilities are more likely to

A)be overweight.
B)exercise regularly.
C)have cancer.
D)have HIV.

Question 39

Donna is about 25 pounds overweight,has tried a variety of diets,and has repeatedly failed to maintain her weight loss.She explains her weight by noting that almost all of her relatives are overweight and none has ever been successful with attempts to lose weight.Donna can best be described as having

A)high self-efficacy.
B)positive self-talk.
C)an external locus of control.
D)little motivation.

Question 40

The complete set of genetic material in an individual's cells is referred to as her or his

A)genes.
B)genome.
C)proteome.
D)RNA.

Question 41

Janae has the goal of exercising at least 30 minutes a day,five days a week,in order to lose ten pounds within three months.According to the "SMART" criteria,the detail about three months makes her goals

A)realistic.
B)specific.
C)time-frame specifiC.
D)attainable.

Question 42

Anne wants to lose weight.She is keeping a health journal to record her progress.To achieve her goal of weight loss,she can use her journal to answer which of the following questions?

A)How many behaviors in my life are serious health threats?
B)When am I most likely to overeat?
C)What behavior do I want to change?
D)What will be the consequences of not changing my risky health behavior?

Question 43

The best plan for behavior change

A)begins with a negative self-assessment and self-talk.
B)concentrates on several interrelated behaviors.
C)refuses to tolerate temporary setbacks.
D)sets goals,anticipates problems,and includes rewards.

Question 44

Information from a health journal maintained while a behavior change plan is put into action should be used to do all of the following EXCEPT

A)track progress.
B)identify barriers to progress.
C)make revisions in the plan.
D)identify new behaviors to change.

Question 45

Which of the following is the order of steps to follow to create a personalized plan for change?

A)analyze data,monitor behavior,devise plan of action,set goals,make contract.
B)devise plan of action,set goals,monitor behavior,analyze data,make contract.
C)make contract,set goals,devise plan of action,monitor behavior,analyze data.
D)monitor behavior,analyze data,set goals,devise plan of action,make contract.

Question 46

Entries made into a health journal about a behavior should always note all of the following EXCEPT

A)how you felt at the time.
B)what the activity was.
C)when and where it happened.
D)what your friends/family diD.

Question 47

The concept of wellness defines health as the absence of disease.

Question 48

A strategy to increase your chances of success in the pursuit of a new behavior is to

A)find a new behavior to change if you experience a temporary failure.
B)visualize attaining your goal and enjoying the benefits of the change.
C)rationalize temporary setbacks to minimize feelings of failure.
D)stick with the program even during periods of high stress.

Question 49

A primary purpose of developing a personal contract for behavior change is to

A)commit you to your word of modifying your behavior.
B)notify others of your intent to change your behavior.
C)prioritize the behaviors that you are considering changing.
D)assess your motivation for changing a health behavior.

Question 50

Chances of success in behavior management increase if

A)the goals provide a difficult challenge.
B)legalistic tracking systems are avoided.
C)environmental cues are accounted for.
D)the change is seen as temporary.

Question 51

Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for maintaining behavior change?

A)viewing change as an ongoing process
B)rationalizing failure
C)tackling smaller problems before larger ones
D)changing techniques

Question 52

With regard to one's health,which one of the following elements is most within an individual's control?

A)heredity
B)health care
C)environment
D)behavior

Question 53

To help ensure success with a behavior change program,you should

A)set a general goal,such as "lose weight."
B)develop a reward system.
C)avoid setting a time frame.
D)reward yourself only when you reach your goal.

Question 54

The most constructive response to a temporary setback in the pursuit of a new behavior is

A)not tolerating temporary failure.
B)increasing rewards to make efforts more worthwhile.
C)giving up the plan because it is impossible to follow.
D)developing a plan to overcome barriers to change.

Question 55

Rewards included in health action plans should

A)reinforce your efforts.
B)be provided only when you reach your overall goal.
C)come in the form of food or alcohol.
D)be given only when someone notices your success.

Question 56

The precontemplation stage is characterized by

A)a belief that there is no need for change.
B)an outward modification of behavior.
C)a planning for change.
D)an awareness of the problem.

Question 57

Someone you know at work who is attempting to lose weight has been repeatedly "derailed" by coworkers who leave high-calorie snacks in the kitchen every day.It would be fair to say that this person does NOT

A)have the desire to change.
B)have the support to change.
C)have the skills to change.
D)have the knowledge to change.

Question 58

Writing a contract for behavior change involves all of the following EXCEPT

A)setting a date to begin.
B)stating your goal clearly.
C)identifying the steps to be used to measure progress.
D)identifying the consequences of failure to reach the goal.

Question 59

Which of the following is NOT an example of taking action to modify the environment and to support health behaviors?

A)supporting legislation that requires non-smoking public areas
B)serving nonalcoholic drinks at your parties
C)voting for measures that reduce air pollution
D)driving to campus instead of riding your bicycle or walking

Question 60

During a "stages of change" behavior change program,some people may lapse.If this occurs,the best strategy is to

A)choose a different behavior to change.
B)give up on changing your behavior.
C)forgive yourself and move on.
D)start over from the beginning.

Question 61

Knowledge about health is all you need to undertake a behavior change.

Question 62

The first step in behavior change is to make a plan for the change.

Question 63

Poor lifestyle choices can be directly linked to many deaths in late-twentieth century America.

Question 64

The short-term benefits of behavior change can be important as a motivating force.

Question 65

Expecting success in behavior change actually decreases the likelihood of achieving success.

Question 66

Having an external locus of control is associated with motivation and commitment to change behavior.

Question 67

Good communication skills are an important aspect of interpersonal wellness.

Question 68

Social support does not improve motivation during a behavior change program.

Question 69

Groups who have high poverty rates often have the worst health status.

Question 70

Only a person who is devoutly religious is assured of good spiritual health.

Question 71

Some behaviors are too deeply rooted to be changed through independent self-management techniques alone.

Question 72

One goal of Healthy People 2020 is to eliminate health disparities among Americans.

Question 73

A health journal is most effective as a behavior-change tool when it addresses only a specific target behavior rather than the circumstances around it.

Question 74

Most health problems occur at the same rate for men and women.

Question 75

It would be fair to describe "slips" in attempts to change behaviors as failures.

Question 76

Prior to the twentieth century,a person was most likely to die of a chronic disease.

Question 77

Healthy People 2020 reflects an emerging sense of personal responsibility as the key to good health.

Question 78

Length of life is synonymous with quality of life.

Question 79

Self-confidence is one characteristic of a person who possesses good emotional health.

Question 80

Believing that you are in control of your own life is known as having an internal locus of control.