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DSST Health

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  • Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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This is a study tool. The 3 wrong answers for each question are randomly chosen from answers to other questions. So, you might find at times the answers obvious, but you will see it re-enforces your understanding as you take the test each time.
1. Exercise is a good defense against stress. Increasing ________ activity stimulates the release of endorphins.






2. Nearly 60% of all motor vehicle crashes are caused by ________.






3. Men usually use ________ means to commit suicide and are therefore successful (i.e. guns - hanging - jumping from buildings - etc).






4. Nicotine may also stimulate the release of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) from the pituitary gland. In response to the ACTH - beta ___________ are produced in specific areas of the brain - leading to the mild feelings of euphoria.






5. Smoking cessation therapies are available in a variety of forms - including nicotine ___ - trans dermal patches - nicotine inhalation devices - and oral medications that affect neurotransmitters.






6. Many people are developing the expertise to prevent or manage numerous types of illness - injuries - and conditions. They are learning to assess their health status and treat - monitor - and rehabilitate themselves in a manner that was once thought p






7. Nitrogen and _______ compounds are pollutants produced by a variety of industrial processes - including the burning of high sulfur content fuels.






8. Bulimia nervosa is a disorder of emotional origin in which _____ eating patterns are established and usually accompanied by purging.






9. Pulmonary _________ is an irreversible disease process in which the alveoli are destroyed.






10. Social _____________ contributes to one's total health and is an important aid in helping a person have a productive and satisfying life.






11. The _______ stage is the second stage in the sexual response pattern of males and females.






12. About one in __ adults develops Alzheimer's disease - a serious disorder in which the person slowly loses the ability to remember and reason.






13. Food _________ are chemical compounds that are intentionally added to our food supply to change some aspect of the food - such as its color or texture.






14. Included among these are the _____ - the mucous membranes that line the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts - earwax - the tiny hairs and cilia that filter incoming air - and even tears.






15. At the capillary level - exchanges of oxygen - food - and waste occur between cells and the blood. Blood pressure is highest in _________ and lowest in veins.






16. A ______________ risk factor is an attribute that a person has or is exposed to that increases the likelihood that he or she will develop some form of heart disease.






17. A person's personality is the mix of how they feel - think - and behave that makes them _________ from anyone else.






18. Bodies are disposed of in one of four ways. _____________ is the most common method.






19. Three cardiovascular risk factors that can't be changed are increasing age - _____ gender - and heredity.






20. Siblings - the media - and the __________ also play important roles in gender development.






21. Eutrophication is the enrichment of a body of water with nutrients - which causes overabundant growth of ______






22. The more lean muscle mass you have - the higher your ___________ will be.






23. The amniotic sac is filled with a fluid that helps cushion the embryo from jolts and bumps. The amniotic sac ______ along with the embryo.






24. The three stages of General Adaptation Syndrome are ______ - resistance - and exhaustion.






25. As ovarian function and hormone production diminish - a period of adjustment must be made by the hypothalamus - ovaries - uterus - and other _________-sensitive tissues.






26. Both can function as primary care physicians or board-certified specialists. The differences that exist are in terms of the osteopathic physician's greater tendency to use ______________ in treating health problems.






27. Men account for about 80% of arrests for drug abuse violations - 70% of admissions for treatment - and 65% of drug related _______.






28. A strong affection or deep concern for another person is ____.






29. According to the Food Pyramid - the second greatest proportion of your diet should come from the Vegetable group with a recommended _______ servings per day.






30. Other people are single because of divorce - separation - death - or the absence of the _____________ to establish a partnership.






31. ___ are health care delivery plans under which health care providers agree to meet the covered medical needs of subscribers for a prepaid amount of money.






32. ________ is a crime involving an assailant's planned efforts to pursue an intended victim.






33. The second component of the body's protective defenses is the cellular system - or more commonly - the ______ system.






34. When this balloon is inflated - _______ and fatty deposits are compressed against the artery walls - widening the space through which blood flows.






35. Public health departments protect water supplies against __________ contamination by testing water for the presence of fecal coliform bacteria.






36. Usually - _______ is felt when the patient becomes stressed or exercises too strenuously.






37. Amniocentesis is a test administered during pregnancy to check the baby for _______ disorders or chromosomal abnormalities.






38. Although at birth children receive their external genitals - which in essence 'cast the die -' parents and ________ also contribute to the femininity or masculinity for traditional reinforcement.






39. At least 43 of these compounds have been determined to be ______________ (cancer causing).






40. Once referred to as venereal diseases - ____ are infectious diseases that are spread primarily through intimate sexual contact.






41. The second developmental task of the elderly is to ________ the highest level of physical function possible.






42. During early childhood - children learn that boys and girls are _________. This process is called gender identification.






43. There are many signs to an unhealthy relationship; they include emotional and physical abuse - excessive jealousy - dishonesty - irresponsibility and _____ abuse.






44. Physical activity helps lower overall blood _____________ levels for most people - encourages weigh loss and retention of lean muscle mass - and allows people to moderate the stress in their lives






45. The only real concern is when a _________ mother gets infected with rubella - in which case it may cause major problems in the developing child.






46. The American Cancer Society recommends women begin routine __________ at age 40.






47. There are four cardiovascular risk factors that are influenced by lifestyle choices. Smoking is the major risk factor associated with sudden _______ death.






48. Most doctors still recommend that people restrict their dietary intake of cholesterol to ____ mg or less per day.






49. Cancer of the testicle is among the least common forms of cancer; however - it represents the most common _____ tumor in men between the ages of 20 and 34 years.






50. This type of love is less intense than passionate love. It is characterized by friendly affection and a deep ___________ that is based on extensive familiarity with the loved one.