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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. The testes are originally formed inside the body near the abdomen. However - just before birth - they descend into a pouch of loose skin called the _______.






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






3. Mental __________ - however - are not a normal part of aging.






4. A __________ is an established amount that an insured person must pay before the insurance company pays for medical costs.






5. Beginning in _____ - Medicare Part D provides prescription coverage through third-party providers for a premium of about $35 a month.






6. The peripheral nervous system (PNS) consists of all of the ____ in the body that are not in the brain or spinal cord.






7. ________ increases blood platelet adhesiveness.






8. People with chronic illness must eventually find a balance between day-to-day function and the continuous presence of their condition. _______ is usually an illness that is chronic in nature






9. Because of its vague symptoms - ovarian cancer has been referred to as a ______ cancer.






10. 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.






11. The development of aneurysms is not fully understood - although there seems to be a relationship between aneurysms and ______________.






12. Withdrawal - or ____ interruptus - is the contraceptive practice in which the erect penis is removed from the vagina just before ejaculation of semen.






13. Mono is a viral infection in which the body produces an excess number of mononuclear ___________ (a type of white blood cell).






14. Noncancerous - or benign tumors do not ______.






15. Medically - narcotics are used to relieve _____ and induce sleep.






16. On the basis of the landmark 1973 U.S. Supreme Court case ___________ - the United States joined many of the world's most populated countries in legalizing abortions within certain guidelines.






17. Physician's orders of do not resuscitate (DNR) is an example of ________ or passive euthanasia.






18. __________ exercises use mechanical devices that provide resistances that consistently overload muscles throughout the entire range of motion.






19. HPV is the most common _________-transmitted infection in the United States






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






21. For a fixed ________ fee - enrollees are given comprehensive health care with an emphasis on preventive health care.






22. During exercise - the level of endorphins circulating in the blood is higher than at other times. These chemicals are thought to be responsible for the strong feeling of well-being and relaxation experienced by long distance ________..






23. In her classic book ______________ - Kubler-Ross summarized the psychological stages that dying people often experience.






24. Lung cancer is one of the most lethal forms of cancer that is frequently _________.






25. Perhaps the single greatest influence on alcohol research has been the finding that part of the _____________ to alcoholism is genetic.






26. Alcoholism is characterized by impaired control over drinking - preoccupation with alcohol - use of alcohol despite adverse consequences - and distortions in thinking - most notably _______.






27. Since the decay of vegetation requires ________ bacterial action - the biochemical oxygen demand will be high.






28. In 2006 - the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced the approval of ________ - the first vaccine developed to prevent cervical cancer.






29. As soon as you recognize a ________ - your body reacts. This quick physical warning is the alarm stage or the 'fight or flight' response.






30. ________ radiation is a form of radiation capable of releasing electrons from atoms.






31. Once the extent of heart attack damage is identified - a physician or team of physicians can decide on a medical course of action. Currently popular is an extensive form of surgery called coronary artery ______ surgery.






32. ___ 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.






33. Fiber refers to nondigestible carbohydrates provided by ______.






34. The greatest effect on our land comes from the products our society discards. The trash that is collected from our _____ is referred to as MSW.






35. Men commit suicide _____ times more often than women do and 72% of all suicides are committed by white men.






36. Naturopathy is a system of treatment that avoids drugs and surgery and emphasizes the use of natural agents to correct underlying __________.






37. Many parents begin to control the child's exposure to experiences traditionally reserved for children of the opposite gender. This is particularly true for _____. Many parents will stop play activities that they think are too feminine.






38. Factors such as overall health - acquired _________ - health care services - and health-related behavior can influence susceptibility to infectious diseases.






39. Most stalkers are _____.






40. Being average to slightly below average weight relates positively with ______ levels of premature death.






41. Insulin helps to activate the glucose transport mechanism. In addition to its role in the transport of ________ into sensitive cells - insulin is also required for the conversion of glucose into glycogen in the liver and the formation of fatty acids






42. In addition to increasing the risk of developing kidney disease - __________ - and nerve damage - diabetes increases the likelihood of developing heart and blood vessel disease.






43. After paying a ________ to an insurance company - the policyholder is covered for specific benefits.






44. The continued use of _____________ (including alcohol) and opiates can cause users to quickly develop a tolerance to the drug.






45. For alcoholics - this might mean continuing to drink even after losing their job - family - and health. The same would apply to any __________ behavior; for example - illicit drug use - overeating - smoking - etc.






46. Some research suggests that as much as 50 to ___% of a person's risk of becoming an alcoholic are determined by genetic factors.






47. These practitioners will have passed state _______________ examinations that allow them to offer health services to the public.






48. A primary form of ___ found in the blood is known as cholesterol.






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






50. Drunk driving - physical violence - property destruction - date rape - police arrest - and lowered academic performance are all highly associated with ______ _________.