
POHS: Ch.12 Lifestyle Management
Quiz by Kathryn Barnett
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The top three causes of death in the US today are influenced by physical habits, such as lack of physical activity and smoking.Â
There is some evidence that being overweight can contribute to certain forms of cancer.Â
Physical exercise is only helpful for increasing fitness if eating habits are also changed.Â
Gum disease does not usually have serious consequences.Â
The body responds in the same way to real and imagined dangers.
Meditation is being recognized as a therapeutic technique for patients with serious problems.
The discomfort experienced by smokers who try to quit is mainly in the mind and can be eliminated with positive thinking.
In certain healthcare occupations, it is impossible to obtain a license if you have been convicted of using illegal drugs.Â
Trans fats and partially hydrogenated oils are the same thing.Â
If a food is labeled "free range," this means that it is organic.
The body is harmed by cholesterol, so it should be avoided.Â
Eating primarily plant-based foods reduces the risk of heart disease and stroke.
What action should you take first to help you succeed when attempting to change a negative habit?Â
What percentage of the United States adult population is currently estimated to be overweight?Â
Eating adequate amounts of fiber is important because it:Â
Which of the following statements is the best definition of "stress"?
An effective way to begin reducing stress in your life is to:Â
If you are feeling overwhelmed by the idea of writing a term paper that is due in 5 weeks, a good strategy is to:Â
How does muscle relaxation improve physical function and reduce stress?Â
Muscle relaxation is most beneficial if is done:Â
A healthcare professional's attitude is determined by his or her:Â
What is the description of a "bad" carbohydrate?Â
What is the purpose of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Chose My Plate?Â
Researchers believe that mental recuperation takes place during:Â
A food substance that provides the most concentrated form of energy is known as _____________________________.
The disorder where one has uncontrollable eating, even when not hungry is called ____________________________.
A food substance composed of amino acids that builds body components is known as _____________________________.
The disorder where a person has a false belief that one is overweight is known as _________________________________.
The disorder where a person eats a large amount of food followed by forced vomiting or use of laxatives is known as __________________________.
The food substance composed of sugars that provides quick energy is known as a _____________________.
The fatty substance that forms deposits on artery walls is known as:Â
The energy content of foods is referred to as _______________________________.
Which of the following vitamins assist with blood clotting?Â
Which vitamin is involved in red blood cell production and nervous system maintenance?Â
Which substance is involved in nerve function and muscle contraction?Â
What vitamin is involved in infection prevention and the development of healthy skin?
Which substance is involved in calcium absorption, bone and tooth?Â
Which substance is involved in bone building and maintenance as well as muscle and nerve function?Â
Which substance promotes wound healing as well as healthy bones and gums?Â
Which substance helps with oxygen transport in red blood cells?Â
The two leading causes of death in the United States today in the order of number of deaths are _______________ and ___________________.Â
Healthcare professionals who may be exposed to body fluids should receive a vaccination series for protection against ________________________>
____________________ foods are grown without the use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides.
Individuals who follow a ___________________ diet eat ONLY plant-based foods.Â
Individuals with a BMI of 30.0 or higher are considered to be ________________________.
The risk of ________________________ , a condition in which the bone loses mass, can be reduced by physical exercise.
Water makes up to _______________ percent of human body weight.
It is believed that added ___________________ in any form, added to many processed foods, may be contributing to overweight and obesity in the United States.
Excessive amounts of sodium can result in high _________________.
_____________________ can result when healthcare professionals work long hours without adequate rest and care for terminally ill patients.