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DSST Health - 2
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health-fitness-nutrition
Instructions:
Answer 50 questions in 15 minutes.
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Match each statement with the correct term.
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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. This environment forms the second link in the chain of infection and is referred to as the ____________ in which the agent resides.
Alternative.
Acid.
Reservoir
Post traumatic.
2. The ___________ is a soft rubber cup with a springlike metal rim that - when properly fitted and inserted by the user - rests in the top of the vagina
HPV (human papillomavirus).
PAI (passively acquired immunity).
Diaphragm
Dyspareunia.
3. A __________________ occlusion is a blockage to arteries supplying blood to the cerebral cortex of the brain
Cerebrovascular.
Transmission.
Helper T.
Carbon monoxide.
4. The bacterium of ___________ - Treponema pallidum - a spirochete - is transmitted from an infected person to a new host through intimate contact
Heredity.
Syphilis.
Uterus.
Biological.
5. ___________ is the refusal to recognize reality.
Melanoma.
Acceptance
BMR (basal metabolic rate).
Denial.
6. ______________ drugs work by destroying cancer cells' ability to use important materials or carry out cell division in a normal manner
Chemotherapy.
Sigmund Freud.
Emotions.
Post-abortion.
7. _______________ agents in the form of bacteria - viruses - and protozoa enter the water supply through human and animal wastes
PPA (phenylpropanolamine).
Crisis.
Pathogenic.
Resistance.
8. 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
Exercise.
_______________ defenses are first-line defenses - since they physically separate the internal body from the external environment. Mechanical.
Gaseous.
AAI (artificially acquired immunity).
9. ______________ heart disease is the final stage in a series of complications started by a streptococcal infection of the throat (strep throat)
Rheumatic.
Depressants.
Epitaph.
Bisexuals
10. In urban areas located in cooler climates - sulfur oxides and particulate matter combine with moisture to form a grayish haze known as _______
Scrotum.
Exposure.
Contraception.
Smog.
11. Empowerment is the key to successful ______________ based health promotion
Integrity.
Speeding.
Roe.
Community
12. An agent used to destroy insects and other pests is known as a ______________
Alcoholism.
Preference.
Pesticide.
OTC (Over the counter).
13. A ______________ drug effect is a dangerous consequence of taking different drugs in the same general category at the same time
Synergistic.
Depression
Portal.
Fossil
14. By _________ adulthood - the aging process has changed a person's physical appearance
Older.
Partner.
Exercise.
Immune.
15. ________________ is the abnormal depletion of fluids from the body
Flexibility.
Dehydration.
Menopause.
. Lower.
16. _______________ is a general term under which a variety of infectious respiratory conditions can be placed
Pneumonia.
Carbohydrates.
Risk.
Removal.
17. The second stage is called ________________.
Resistance.
Urinary
Radiation.
Grief
18. ________________ is a positive - whole-health approach that includes a person's physical - intellectual - social - and emotional well-being
Compulsion.
Clinical.
Wellness.
Radiation.
19. Pulmonary ____________ is an irreversible disease process in which the alveoli are destroyed
Isokinetic.
22.5%.
Podiatrists.
Emphysema.
20. ________-___________ syndrome is a mental disorder which affects some women who have had an abortion
Breast.
Harassment.
Set point.
Post-abortion.
21. _______ _________ is a genetically programmed range of body weight beyond which a person finds it difficult to gain or lose additional weight
Migraine.
Fermentation.
Cerebrovascular.
Set point.
22. Also known as the 'good cholesterol' - _________ transports cholesterol from the bloodstream to the liver - where it is eventually removed from the body
Child.
Carcinogens.
HDL (high-density lipoprotein).
Coping.
23. Caused by a nongonoccal bacterium - ____________ is considered to be the most prevalent STD in the United States today
Homosexuality.
Chlamydia.
Pathogenic.
Binge.
24. In the chain of infection - pathogenic agents enter the bodies of uninfected people through the portal of _________
Radiation.
Entry.
Post-abortion.
Cardiovascular.
25. Sexual ______________ consists of unwanted attention of a sexual nature that creates embarrassment or stress
Cessation
Prostate.
Occupational.
Harassment.
26. Pathological changes to the liver resulting from chronic - heavy alcohol consumption are known as _____________
Uterus.
Independence.
THR (target heart rate).
Cirrhosis.
27. In women - ______________ is known as painful intercourse
Radiation.
Prostate.
Osteoporosis.
Dyspareunia.
28. A primary form of fat found in the blood is known as _________________
Contact.
Cholesterol.
Modeling.
Integrity.
29. _____________ is the process of using formaldehyde-based fluids to replace the blood components
Inhalants.
Radiation.
Entombment.
Embalming.
30. Alcohol is classified as a CNS (Central Nervous System) ______________ drug
Paraphilia.
Depressant.
HMO (Health Maintenance Organizations).
Congestive.
31. The final stage of the sexual response pattern for males and females is the ______________ stage
Resolution.
Saturated.
Fossil
MSW (municipal solid waste).
32. In addition to the living will - the ___________ power of attorney for health care is another important advance medical directive that can assist terminally ill or incapacitated patients
Durable.
Homeopathy.
Minerals.
Independence.
33. In human reproduction - the fertilized egg is implanted in the ___________ and grows into a fetus
Contraception.
PCB (polychlorinated biphenyls).
Uterus.
General adaptation.
34. _____________'s theories about the importance of the subconscious in personality development are the basis for the psychoanalytic approach to personality
. Bronchitis.
Exhaustion.
Insurance.
Sigmund Freud.
35. A __________ vegetarian diet excludes all animal products - including eggs and dairy products
Compulsion.
Vegan.
BAC (Blood alcohol concentration).
Resolution.
36. This is known as the five stages of infection. The first stage of infection is the ______________ stage.
Intrinsic.
Incubation.
Bulimia.
Self-care.
37. Positive use of stress is called ____________.
Eutrophication.
Abortion.
Coping.
Eustress.
38. Induced abortions undertaken during the sixth through ninth weeks of pregnancy are generally done through ____________ aspiration of the uterine contents
Embalming.
Vacuum.
Cerebrovascular.
Ozone.
39. Two major classes of lipoproteins exist. _________ is the type of lipoprotein that transports the largest amount of cholesterol in the blood stream.
Denial.
PPA (phenylpropanolamine).
LDL (Low-density lipoprotein).
Progressive.
40. A strong affection or deep concern for another person is _______.
Abortion.
Love.
Homicide.
A.
41. Physically - emotionally - socially - and occupationally - elderly people must accept at least some decline. For areas of decline in which some measure of reversal is possible - the elderly have an opportunity to seek ________________.
Rehabilitation.
Remediation.
Heredity.
Homeopathy.
42. According to Maslow's hierarchy of needs - _______________ needs are the most basic needs
Physiological.
Cervical.
HMO (Health Maintenance Organizations).
Diabetes.
43. _________ is damage resulting from restricted blood flow to the extremities - especially the legs and feet
Ionizing.
PAD (Peripheral artery disease).
Overload.
Atherosclerosis.
44. One example of an ____________ relationship is controlling behavior - when one partner attempts to manage the daily activities of the other partner
Unhealthy.
Epitaph.
Resistance.
Intimacy.
45. Secondhand tobacco smoke can increase the risk of acute _________ attacks that require hospital emergency care
Hepatitis.
Asthma.
HMO (Health Maintenance Organizations).
Gastroplasty.
46. Alcoholics ___________ is a voluntary support group of recovering alcoholics who meet regularly to help each other get and stay sober
Anonymous.
HMO (Health Maintenance Organizations).
Women.
Pap.
47. ______________ is capable of killing cancer cells by altering their genetic material while it is in an exposed state during cell division
Men.
Indirect.
Radiation.
Anger.
48. ___________ is a debilitating chronic disease that has a significant effect on the human body
Eutrophication.
Preference.
Women.
Diabetes.
49. The least common form of asthma is ___________ asthma
Resolution.
Intrinsic.
Isokinetic.
Acute.
50. ______________ treatment is manipulation of the vertebral column to relieve pressure and cure illness
Intimacy.
Chiropractic.
STD (sexually transmitted diseases).
Exercise.