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DSST Health - 2
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1. _______________ reflects the process of contributing to the collective good
Generativity.
Proteins.
Removal.
Diabetes.
2. The term ______________ system refers to the body's blood vessels
Inhalants.
Cannabis.
Vascular.
Osteoarthritis.
3. ______________ heart disease is the final stage in a series of complications started by a streptococcal infection of the throat (strep throat)
Rheumatic.
Abortion.
PAD (Peripheral artery disease).
Shyness.
4. _______________ drugs cause intoxication - altering a persons feelings - behavior - perceptions and moods
Women.
Psychoactive.
Codependence.
Roe.
5. Criminal acts directed at a person or group solely because of a specific characteristic - such as race - religion - ethnic background - or political belief are referred to as bias and _________ crimes
Medicare.
Gaseous.
Breast.
Hate.
6. Also known as the 'good cholesterol' - _________ transports cholesterol from the bloodstream to the liver - where it is eventually removed from the body
Transmission.
Breast.
Unintentional.
HDL (high-density lipoprotein).
7. Forming an initial adult ___________ is the first developmental task of this age group and is important in order to have a productive and satisfying life.
Ovolactovegetarian.
Sigmund Freud.
Identity.
Inhalants.
8. An _______________ is a recurrent - irrational - unwanted thought or impulse
Flexibility.
Obsession.
MSW (municipal solid waste).
Dyspareunia.
9. In men - ____________ dysfunction is the inability to achieve an erection
. Bronchitis.
Erectile.
Transmission.
Androgyny
10. _________s are a group of hydrocarbons causing a great deal of concern because of their presence in the water supply
Tolerance.
Coitus.
PCB (polychlorinated biphenyls).
Hypertension.
11. This is known as the five stages of infection. The first stage of infection is the ______________ stage.
Morals.
Incubation.
Community
PAI (passively acquired immunity).
12. _____________ is the process of using formaldehyde-based fluids to replace the blood components
Rhinitis.
Fetus.
Sigmund Freud.
Embalming.
13. Alcohol is removed from the bloodstream principally through the process of _______________
Oxidation.
Social.
Chemotherapy.
Self-care.
14. ____________ energy production is the body's means of energy production when the respiratory and circulatory systems are able to process and transport a sufficient amount of oxygen to muscle cells
Aerobic
Water.
LDL (Low-density lipoprotein).
Impedance.
15. Studies have shown that in addition to food - shelter - and consistent care - infants need _______ and affection.
Carcinoma.
Control.
Love.
Chronic.
16. The ability of joints to function through an intended range of motion is known as _____________
Flexibility.
Homicide.
Emotions.
Homosexuality.
17. A strong affection or deep concern for another person is _______.
Chronic.
Love.
Cardiovascular.
Denial.
18. AIDS is caused by HIV - a virus that attacks the __________ ___ cells of the immune system
Helper T.
Men.
Proteins.
Self-esteem.
19. An agent used to destroy insects and other pests is known as a ______________
OTC (Over the counter).
Emotional.
Contact.
Pesticide.
20. This quick physical warning is the alarm stage or the 'fight or _________' response.
Flight.
PAI (passively acquired immunity).
Endorphins.
Prostate.
21. Sexual _______________ refers to the direction in which people focus their sexual interests
Immune.
TSS (Toxic shock syndrome).
Repression.
Orientation.
22. ________________ sedate the user - slowing down central nervous system function
Depressants.
General adaptation.
Deductible.
Transmission.
23. A form of cardiovascular disease (CVD) - ____________ heart disease - also known as coronary artery disease - involves damage to the vessels that supply blood to the heart muscle
Fermentation.
Asthma.
Angioplasty.
Coronary.
24. _____________ - which are the primary components of muscle and connective tissue - are compounds composed of chains of amino acids
Currently popular is an extensive form of surgery called coronary artery ___________ surgery. Bypass.
Sigmund Freud.
Proteins.
Social.
25. Terminally ill people often follow the anger stage with the _____________ stage
Bargaining.
Vascular.
Spiritual.
Fat.
26. Psychoactive drugs have strong potential for the development of ________________
Chronic.
Community
Dependence.
Minerals.
27. People with ___________ __________ fear humiliation or embarrassment while being observed by others
Reservoir
Obsession.
Social phobia.
Pesticide.
28. The American Cancer Society recommends women begin routine mammograms at age ______
Exercise.
Rheumatic.
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Scrotum.
29. ___________ (Men or Women?) are more likely to attempt suicide
Women.
Progressive.
PAI (passively acquired immunity).
Contact.
30. Because joints are less flexible - some older people develop ________________ - a condition in which joints become painful
Epidemic.
Osteoarthritis.
Heredity.
Prostate.
31. The process of teaching behavior based on the beliefs and habits of the family and community is called ________________
Socialization.
Wellness.
Social.
SLE (Systemic lupus erythematosus).
32. Like the particulate phase - the ____________ phase of tobacco smoke is composed of a variety of physiological active compounds - including carbon monoxide - carbon dioxide - ammonia - hydrogen cyanide - isoprene - acetaldehyde - and acetone
Immune.
Gaseous.
Carbohydrates.
Companionate.
33. __________ (Men or Women?) commit the most suicides
Codependence.
Radiation.
Men.
Post-abortion.
34. Surpassed only by lung cancer - __________ cancer is the second leading cause of death from cancer in women
Breast.
Contraception.
Post-abortion.
Grief
35. A cancer screening procedure in which cells are removed from the cervix and examined for precancerous changes is known as a ________ test
Bisexuals
Homeopathy.
Pap.
Vacuum.
36. One possible explanation for the conversion of protooncogenes into oncogenes involves the presence of environmental agents known as _______________
Cohabitation.
Carcinogens.
Obsession.
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37. The fourth developmental task is developing _________ skills
Incubation.
Thermal.
Social.
Absorption.
38. Often used in combination with rehabilitation is _______________ - whereby an alternative to the area of loss is introduced.
Menopause.
Remediation.
Smog.
Social.
39. COLD is made up of two separate - but related diseases. Chronic ____________ is the persistent inflammation and infection of the smaller airways within the lung
Hypercellular
. Bronchitis.
Abraham Maslow.
Modeling.
40. For young girls - the onset of menstruation - called ____________ - occurs around age 13 but may come somewhat earlier or later.
Melanoma.
Menarche
Pathogen.
. Bronchitis.
41. Muscular strength can be improved best by training activities that use the _____________ principle
Pathogen.
Embalming.
Placenta.
Overload.
42. _______________ is a system of medical practice that combines allopathic principles with specific attention to postural mechanics of the body
Adulthood.
Osteopathy
Vascular.
TSS (Toxic shock syndrome).
43. The emotional feelings that people experience after the death of a friend or relative are collectively called _________
Complementary.
Grief
Fallopian.
Angioplasty.
44. _____________ is an inflammatory process in the liver and can be caused by several viruses
Gaseous.
Gender.
Hepatitis.
Directives.
45. The best way to add muscle mass is through ________________ training such as weight training
Incubation.
Date.
Self-care.
Resistance.
46. Sperm cell development starts at about age 11 in boys and is influenced by the release of the hormone ________ from the pituitary gland
Occupational.
ICSH (interstitial cell-stimulating hormone).
Angioplasty.
Abortion.
47. These defense mechanisms are sometimes called ___________ mechanisms.
Anonymous.
Stalking
Social phobia.
Coping.
48. The oldest approach to cancer therapy is the _____________ of tissue suspected to contain cancerous cells
Diabetes.
PAD (Peripheral artery disease).
Removal.
Atria.
49. ____________ abuse refers to violence committed against a domestic partner
Mutations
Partner.
Social.
Helper T.
50. _____________ injuries are injuries that are committed on purpose
Physiological.
Binge.
Intentional.
Loss of control.
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