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  1. What is the best way for parents to convey to their children a healthy attitude toward alcohol consumption?
    a. Remind them that alcohol consumption by minors is illegal
    b. Model responsible alcohol use in the home
    c. Acknowledge that teenagers are inevitably going to experiment with alcohol, and encourage moderation
    d. Have a medical professional speak to them on the health hazards associated with alcohol consumption
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  1. What is the best way for parents to convey to their children a healthy attitude toward alcohol consumption?
    a. Remind them that alcohol consumption by minors is illegal

b. Model responsible alcohol use in the home

c. Acknowledge that teenagers are inevitably going to experiment with alcohol, and encourage moderation
d. Have a medical professional speak to them on the health hazards associated with alcohol consumption

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  1. Sexual activity increases a woman’s risk of incurring:
    a. High blood pressure
    b. Type 2 diabetes
    c. Urinary tract infection
    d. Irritable bowel syndrome
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  1. Sexual activity increases a woman’s risk of incurring:
    a. High blood pressure
    b. Type 2 diabetes

c. Urinary tract infection

d. Irritable bowel syndrome

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  1. The best defense against the common cold is to:
    a. Stay warm and dry
    b. Drink eight glasses of water daily
    c. Wash hands frequently
    d. Take daily supplements of zinc and vitamin C
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  1. The best defense against the common cold is to:
    a. Stay warm and dry
    b. Drink eight glasses of water daily

c. Wash hands frequently

d. Take daily supplements of zinc and vitamin C

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  1. A high school student has just been raped. She should be advised to:
    a. Take a shower and then call her parents
    b. Change her clothes and then call the police
    c. Immediately call the rape-crisis center or go directly to the nearest emergency room
    d. Take at least 48 hours to calm down before deciding what to do next
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  1. A high school student has just been raped. She should be advised to:
    a. Take a shower and then call her parents
    b. Change her clothes and then call the police

c. Immediately call the rape-crisis center or go directly to the nearest emergency room

d. Take at least 48 hours to calm down before deciding what to do next

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  1. Which of these facts about smoking is LEAST likely to discourage a 14-year-old boy from taking up the habit?
    a. Smokers are ten times more likely to die of lung cancer than nonsmokers
    b. Smoking is a very expensive habit
    c. Many girls won’t date a boy who smokes
    d. Smoking can seirously impair athletic performance
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  1. Which of these facts about smoking is LEAST likely to discourage a 14-year-old boy from taking up the habit?

a. Smokers are ten times more likely to die of lung cancer than nonsmokers

b. Smoking is a very expensive habit
c. Many girls won’t date a boy who smokes
d. Smoking can seirously impair athletic performance

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  1. Pregnancy is most reliably confirmed by:
    a. The absence of two or more periods
    b. A positive result on a home pregnancy test
    c. Monitoring changes in daily body temperature
    d. Having a doctor test for HCG in the blood
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  1. Pregnancy is most reliably confirmed by:
    a. The absence of two or more periods
    b. A positive result on a home pregnancy test
    c. Monitoring changes in daily body temperature

d. Having a doctor test for HCG in the blood

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  1. Before they can be used by the body as fuel, complex carbohydrates must be converted into:
    a. Glucose
    b. Amino acids
    c. Lipids
    d. Folic acid
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  1. Before they can be used by the body as fuel, complex carbohydrates must be converted into:

a. Glucose

b. Amino acids
c. Lipids
d. Folic acid

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  1. A diet that includes over 20 grams of fiber daily:
    a. May interfere with the effective absorption of essential vitamins and minerals
    b. Is likely to increase the concentration of cholesterol in the blood
    c. Helps prevent constipation and lowers the risk of digestive disorders
    d. Is useful in treating irritable bowel syndrome
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  1. A diet that incldes over 20 grams of fiber daily:
    a. May interfere with the effective absorption of essential vitamins and minerals
    b. Is likely to increase the concentration of cholesterol in the blood

c. Helps prevent constipation and lowers the risk of digestive disorders

d. Is useful in treating irritable bowel syndrome

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  1. Which of the following is LEAST likely to trigger an asthma attack?
    a. Stress
    b. Moderate exercise
    c. Pollen
    d. Tobacco smoke
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  1. Which of the following is LEAST likely to trigger an asthma attack?
    a. Stress

b. Moderate exercise

c. Pollen
d. Tobacco smoke

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  1. Adolescents with type-1 diabetes can best manage their disease by:
    a. Frequent monitoring of blood sugar and the administration of insulin.
    b. Eating frequent meals and sugary snacks.
    c. A rigorous exercise regimen.
    d. Avoiding all nonessential physical activity.
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  1. Adolescents with type-1 diabetes can best manage their disease by:

a. Frequent monitoring of blood sugar and the administration of insulin.

b. Eating frequent meals and sugary snacks.
c. A rigorous exercise regimen.
d. Avoiding all nonessential physical activity.

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  1. Which of the following is likely to be most effective in teaching middle school students how to resolve conflicts among classmates?
    a. Viewing a film about conflict resolution
    b. Giving a reward to the best-behaved class in each grade
    c. Having the teacher arbitrate all disputes
    d. Practicing peer mediation
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  1. Which of the following is likely to be most effective in teaching middle school students how to resolve conflicts among classmates?
    a. Viewing a film about conflict resolution
    b. Giving a reward to the best-behaved class in each grade
    c. Having the teacher arbitrate all disputes

d. Practicing peer mediation

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  1. Which of the following drugs is NOT a stimulant?
    a. Methaqualone
    b. Amphetamine
    c. Ecstasy
    d. Cocaine
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  1. Which of the following drugs is NOT a stimulant?

a. Methaqualone

b. Amphetamine
c. Ecstasy
d. Cocaine

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  1. The main advantage of generic drugs over name-brand drugs is that generics:
    a. Generally have fewer side effects.
    b. Usually contain fewer additives.
    c. Are generally more effective.
    d. Are often less expensive.
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  1. The main advantage of generic drugs over name-brand drugs is that generics:
    a. Generally have fewer side effects.
    b. Usually contain fewer additives.
    c. Are generally more effective.

d. Are often less expensive.

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  1. Which of the following statements about date-rape drugs is true?
    a. GHB can be recognized by its distinctive smell and bitter taste.
    b. Ketamine, also known as “Special K,” is a nervous system stimulant.
    c. The use of a controlled substance to assist in a sexual assault is a federal crime punishable by up to 20 years in prison.
    d. Rohypnol, or “roofies,” are readily available by prescription in most American pharmacies.
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  1. Which of the following statements about date-rape drugs is true?
    a. GHB can be recognized by its distinctive smell and bitter taste.
    b. Ketamine, also known as “Special K,” is a nervous system stimulant.

c. The use of a controlled substance to assist in a sexual assault is a federal crime punishable by up to 20 years in prison.

d. Rohypnol, or “roofies,” are readily available by prescription in most American pharmacies.

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  1. The main dietary sources of saturated fat are:
    a. Meat and dairy products.
    b. Fish and poultry.
    c. Fruits and vegetables.
    d. Nuts and beans.
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  1. The main dietary sources of saturated fat are:

a. Meat and dairy products.

b. Fish and poultry.
c. Fruits and vegetables.
d. Nuts and beans.

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  1. What is the best way to prevent accidental shootings in the home?
    a. Always unload guns before storing them.
    b. Keep all firearms in a locked container inside a locked drawer or closet.
    c. Store ammunition in a separate location from firearms.
    d. Do not keep any guns at home.
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  1. What is the best way to prevent accidental shootings in the home?
    a. Always unload guns before storing them.
    b. Keep all firearms in a locked container inside a locked drawer or closet.
    c. Store ammunition in a separate location from firearms.

d. Do not keep any guns at home.

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  1. The most efficient way for young people to increase their strength and endurance is by:
    a. Playing sports such as volleyball and basketball.
    b. Making weight training a part of their daily exercise regimen.
    c. Lifting heavy weights with few repetitions.
    d. Lifting moderately heavy weights with many repetitions.
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  1. The most efficient way for young people to increase their strength and endurance is by:
    a. Playing sports such as volleyball and basketball.
    b. Making weight training a part of their daily exercise regimen.
    c. Lifting heavy weights with few repetitions.

d. Lifting moderately heavy weights with many repetitions.

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  1. A contusion is:
    a. A muscle bruise usually caused by a jarring blow.
    b. A torn or stretched muscle or tendon.
    c. An injury to a ligament.
    d. A blow to the skull that alters mental functioning.
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  1. A contusion is:

a. A muscle bruise usually caused by a jarring blow.

b. A torn or stretched muscle or tendon.
c. An injury to a ligament.
d. A blow to the skull that alters mental functioning.

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  1. Which of these health professionals is qualified to diagnose mental disorders and prescribe medication?
    a. Licensed psychologists and mental health counselors
    b. Clinical social workers and family therapists
    c. Psychiatric nurses and licensed professional counselors
    d. Psychiatrists and pediatricians
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  1. Which of these health professionals is qualified to diagnose mental disorders and prescribe medication?
    a. Licensed psychologists and mental health counselors
    b. Clinical social workers and family therapists
    c. Psychiatric nurses and licensed professional counselors

d. Psychiatrists and pediatricians

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  1. Which of the following adolescents is LEAST at risk for suicide?
    a. A boy who takes the drug ecstasy with his friends every weekend.
    b. A girl whose best friend recently attempted suicide.
    c. A boy who has been persistently ridiculed by classmates concerning his sexual identity.
    d. A girl who is concerned that poor grades may prevent her from getting into the college of her choice.
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  1. Which of the following adolescents is LEAST at risk for suicide?
    a. A boy who takes the drug ecstasy with his friends every weekend.
    b. A girl whose best friend recently attempted suicide.
    c. A boy who has been persistently ridiculed by classmates concerning his sexual identity.

d. A girl who is concerned that poor grades may prevent her from getting into the college of her choice.

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  1. Which of these is the best advice regarding the purchase of a health insurance policy?
    a. To reduce premiums, always opt for the highest available deductible.
    b. All policies are essentially the same, so choose the policy with the lowest premiums.
    c. Choose a policy that covers the cost of medical services that would otherwise be unaffordable.
    d. People who are young and healthy should not waste their money on health insurance.
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  1. Which of these is the best advice regarding the purchase of a health insurance policy?
    a. To reduce premiums, always opt for the highest available deductible.
    b. All policies are essentially the same, so choose the policy with the lowest premiums.

c. Choose a policy that covers the cost of medical services that would otherwise be unaffordable.

d. People who are young and healthy should not waste their money on health insurance.

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  1. Wild mood swings, sudden outbursts of rage, delusions of invincibility, and severe acne are most likely indicative of:
    a. Marijuana smoking.
    b. Alcoholism.
    c. Steroid use.
    d. An eating disorder.
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  1. Wild mood swings, sudden outbursts of rage, delusions of invincibility, and severe acne are most likely indicative of:
    a. Marijuana smoking.
    b. Alcoholism.

c. Steroid use.

d. An eating disorder.

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  1. A slightly overweight 13-year-old boy is reluctant to participate in the school sports program. Which of the following is most likely to encourage his participation?
    a. Inform him that regular exercise reduces his future risk of diabetes.
    b. Point out that playing sports is good for cardiovascular fitness.
    c. Tell him that joining a team may help him get into college some day.
    d. Explain that exercise can help him control his weight while building lean muscle and strong bones.
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  1. A slightly overweight 13-year-old boy is reluctant to participate in the school sports program. Which of the following is most likely to encourage his participation?
    a. Inform him that regular exercise reduces his future risk of diabetes.
    b. Point out that playing sports is good for cardiovascular fitness.
    c. Tell him that joining a team may help him get into college some day.

d. Explain that exercise can help him control his weight while building lean muscle and strong bones.

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  1. According to most experts, how old should children be before parents consider letting them return to an empty home after school?
    a. At least 15
    b. At least 13, but only if an older friend is with them
    c. At least 11, but only during the day and for no more than three hours
    d. Any age, if the parent feels the child can be trusted to behave responsibly
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  1. According to most experts, how old should children be before parents consider letting them return to an empty home after school?
    a. At least 15
    b. At least 13, but only if an older friend is with them

c. At least 11, but only during the day and for no more than three hours

d. Any age, if the parent feels the child can be trusted to behave responsibly

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  1. In a poll of more than 6,500 teenagers, nearly a third of the girls and a quarter of the boys admitted to at least one occasion on which they neglected to seek professional help despite their need for medical attention. What was the number-one reason given by these young people for not contacting a physician?
    a. They were afraid their parents would find out.
    b. They had no way of getting to the doctor’s office.
    c. They preferred to get medical advice from their friends.
    d. They were too embarrassed to talk to a doctor about their problem.
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  1. In a poll of more than 6,500 teenagers, nearly a third of the girls and a quarter of the boys admitted to at least one occasion on which they neglected to seek professional help despite their need for medical attention. What was the number-one reason given by these young people for not contacting a physician?

a. They were afraid their parents would find out.

b. They had no way of getting to the doctor’s office.
c. They preferred to get medical advice from their friends.
d. They were too embarrassed to talk to a doctor about their problem.

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  1. A teenager who believes that she has been denied employment due to a learning disorder should:
    a. Be made to understand that not every individual is suited for every job.
    b. Make her complaint public by writing a letter of complaint to the newspaper or to local government officials.
    c. Return to the workplace and demand to be afforded reasonable accommodation as required by law.
    d. File a formal complaint with the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the local human rights commission.
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  1. A teenager who believes that she has been denied employment due to a learning disorder should:
    a. Be made to understand that not every individual is suited for every job.
    b. Make her complaint public by writing a letter of complaint to the newspaper or to local government officials.
    c. Return to the workplace and demand to be afforded reasonable accommodation as required by law.

d. File a formal complaint with the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission or the local human rights commission.

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  1. Under the Protection of Children from Predators Act of 1998, it is a federal crime to use the Internet to transfer obscene materials to anyone under the age of:
    a. 19
    b. 18
    c. 17
    d. 16
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  1. Under the Protection of Children from Predators Act of 1998, it is a federal crime to use the Internet to transfer obscene materials to anyone under the age of:
    a. 19
    b. 18
    c. 17

d. 16

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  1. In 2008, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended that the Recommended Daily Allowance of vitamin D for infants, children, and adolescents be changed from 200 IU to:
    a. 100 IU
    b. 250 IU
    c. 400 IU
    d. 800 IU
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  1. In 2008, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommended that the Recommended Daily Allowance of vitamin D for infants, children, and adolescents be changed from 200 IU to:
    a. 100 IU
    b. 250 IU

c. 400 IU

d. 800 IU

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  1. Which of the following is a true statement about teenage gangs?
    a. Gangs are almost entirely an inner-city phenomenon.
    b. As many as one-third of urban gang members are believed to be girls.
    c. Nearly all gang members actively participate in major crimes.
    d. Gang membership has been declining in rural and suburban areas.
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  1. Which of the following is a true statement about teenage gangs?
    a. Gangs are almost entirely an inner-city phenomenon.

b. As many as one-third of urban gang members are believed to be girls.

c. Nearly all gang members actively participate in major crimes.
d. Gang membership has been declining in rural and suburban areas.

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  1. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, how many young people experience symptoms of depression at some time during adolescence?
    a. Nearly all
    b. As many as one in thirteen
    c. About 3%
    d. About one in a hundred
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  1. According to the American Academy of Pediatrics, how many young people experience symptoms of depression at some time during adolescence?
    a. Nearly all

b. As many as one in thirteen

c. About 3%
d. About one in a hundred

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  1. Which of the following is NOT a classic symptom of depression?
    a. Chronic fatigue
    b. Feelings of worthlessness
    c. Obnoxious or aggressive behavior
    d. Difficulty making decisions
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  1. Which of the following is NOT a classic symptom of depression?
    a. Chronic fatigue
    b. Feelings of worthlessness

c. Obnoxious or aggressive behavior

d. Difficulty making decisions

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  1. Which of the following is generally the most effective strategy for treating mental health disorders in adolescents?
    a. Encourage them to talk about their feelings with close friends, parents, or trusted family members.
    b. Reassure them that their problems are normal and will eventually be resolved with the passage of time.
    c. Refer them to a qualified professional for talk therapy and, if necessary, psychopharmaceutical medication.
    d. Advise them to keep a journal of their feelings and monitor the progress of symptoms for at least a month before deciding whether further intervention is required.
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  1. Which of the following is generally the most effective strategy for treating mental health disorders in adolescents?
    a. Encourage them to talk about their feelings with close friends, parents, or trusted family members.
    b. Reassure them that their problems are normal and will eventually be resolved with the passage of time.

c. Refer them to a qualified professional for talk therapy and, if necessary, psychopharmaceutical medication.

d. Advise them to keep a journal of their feelings and monitor the progress of symptoms for at least a month before deciding whether further intervention is required.

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  1. The underlying goal of cognitive therapy is to teach patients:
    a. The power of positive thinking.
    b. That problems are rarely as bad as they seem.
    c. Not to blame other people for their problems.
    d. To exercise mental control over how they perceive potentially distressing situations.
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  1. The underlying goal of cognitive therapy is to teach patients:
    a. The power of positive thinking.
    b. That problems are rarely as bad as they seem.
    c. Not to blame other people for their problems.

d. To exercise mental control over how they perceive potentially distressing situations.

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  1. Psychostimulants such as Ritalin and Adderall are most commonly prescribed for which disorder?
    a. Asperger’s syndrome
    b. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
    c. Depression
    d. Obsessive-compulsive disorder
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  1. Psychostimulants such as Ritalin and Adderall are most commonly prescribed for which disorder?
    a. Asperger’s syndrome

b. Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder

c. Depression
d. Obsessive-compulsive disorder

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  1. Children should not be given aspirin because:
    a. Ibuprofen is a more effective analgesic.
    b. It is better to let a fever run its course.
    c. Young children can choke on small tablets.
    d. Aspirin has been linked to Reye’s syndrome.
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  1. Children should not be given aspirin because:
    a. Ibuprofen is a more effective analgesic.
    b. It is better to let a fever run its course.
    c. Young children can choke on small tablets.

d. Aspirin has been linked to Reye’s syndrome.

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  1. Which of the following statements about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is true?
    a. Every child with a learning problem is entitled to special-education services.
    b. In most cases, parents must assume the expense of transporting children with disabilities to and from school.
    c. Parents are entitled to participate as equal partners in developing an individualized education plan (IEP) for their child.
    d. A school district cannot make any decision about a child’s IEP unless the student and both parents are present.
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  1. Which of the following statements about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is true?
    a. Every child with a learning problem is entitled to special-education services.
    b. In most cases, parents must assume the expense of transporting children with disabilities to and from school.

c. Parents are entitled to participate as equal partners in developing an individualized education plan (IEP) for their child.

d. A school district cannot make any decision about a child’s IEP unless the student and both parents are present.

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  1. A complete exercise program incorporates both aerobic and anaerobic activities. Which of the following is an example of anaerobic exercise?
    a. Soccer
    b. Strength training
    c. Swimming
    d. Bicycling
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  1. A complete exercise program incorporates both aerobic and anaerobic activities. Which of the following is an example of anaerobic exercise?
    a. Soccer

b. Strength training

c. Swimming
d. Bicycling

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  1. A young woman should begin having annual Pap smears once she starts:
    a. Menstruating.
    b. Dating.
    c. High school.
    d. Being sexually active.
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  1. A young woman should begin having annual Pap smears once she starts:
    a. Menstruating.
    b. Dating.
    c. High school.

d. Being sexually active.

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  1. Good sources of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat include:
    a. Bread and pasta.
    b. Peanuts and olive oil.
    c. Beef and chicken.
    d. Milk and yogurt.
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  1. Good sources of heart-healthy monounsaturated fat include:
    a. Bread and pasta.

b. Peanuts and olive oil.

c. Beef and chicken.
d. Milk and yogurt.

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  1. The best way for young people to reduce their risk of osteoporosis later in life is to:
    a. Exercise regularly, drink milk, and get enough vitamin D.
    b. Switch to a high-fiber vegan diet.
    c. Decrease their intake of polyunsaturated fats.
    d. Take daily supplements of vitamins C and E.
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  1. The best way for young people to reduce their risk of osteoporosis later in life is to:

a. Exercise regularly, drink milk, and get enough vitamin D.

b. Switch to a high-fiber vegan diet.
c. Decrease their intake of polyunsaturated fats.
d. Take daily supplements of vitamins C and E.

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  1. Foods that are rich in fiber include:
    a. Turkey and shellfish.
    b. Yogurt and eggs.
    c. Beans and whole-wheat bread.
    d. Skim milk and orange juice.
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  1. Foods that are rich in fiber include:
    a. Turkey and shellfish.
    b. Yogurt and eggs.

c. Beans and whole-wheat bread.

d. Skim milk and orange juice.

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  1. An adolescent with a body-mass index (BMI) of 22 would be considered:
    a. Underweight
    b. Normal
    c. Overweight
    d. Obese
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  1. An adolescent with a body-mass index (BMI) of 22 would be considered:
    a. Underweight

b. Normal

c. Overweight
d. Obese

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  1. Shin splints and tendinitis are most likely to afflict participants in which of these sports?
    a. Football
    b. Hockey
    c. Lacrosse
    d. Running
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  1. Shin splints and tendinitis are most likely to afflict participants in which of these sports?
    a. Football
    b. Hockey
    c. Lacrosse

d. Running

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  1. Stretching and warming up before participating in strenuous physical activity is beneficial for all of the following EXCEPT:
    a. Improving performance.
    b. Gaining muscle mass.
    c. Increasing flexibility.
    d. Decreasing risk of injury.
A
  1. Stretching and warming up before participating in strenuous physical activity is beneficial for all of the following EXCEPT:
    a. Improving performance.

b. Gaining muscle mass.

c. Increasing flexibility.
d. Decreasing risk of injury.

45
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  1. A 12-year-old girl who is playing soccer on a hot summer afternoon suddenly feels nauseous and complains of painful spasms in the back of her calves. She is most likely experiencing:
    a. A sprained ligament.
    b. Heat cramps.
    c. Heat exhaustion.
    d. Heatstroke.
A
  1. A 12-year-old girl who is playing soccer on a hot summer afternoon suddenly feels nauseous and complains of painful spasms in the back of her calves. She is most likely experiencing:
    a. A sprained ligament.

b. Heat cramps.

c. Heat exhaustion.
d. Heatstroke.

46
Q
  1. A young man refuses to be tested for HIV because he is afraid his parents will find out. Which of the following would be the most useful advice to give him?
    a. Tell him that he is morally obligated to inform his parents.
    b. Inform him that federal law allows minors to be treated for STDs without parental consent.
    c. Advise him to wait until symptoms appear before seeking professional help.
    d. Explain that he can be tested at most clinics without revealing his real name.
A
  1. A young man refuses to be tested for HIV because he is afraid his parents will find out. Which of the following would be the most useful advice to give him?
    a. Tell him that he is morally obligated to inform his parents.

b. Inform him that federal law allows minors to be treated for STDs without parental consent.

c. Advise him to wait until symptoms appear before seeking professional help.
d. Explain that he can be tested at most clinics without revealing his real name.

47
Q
  1. Which statement about chlamydia is NOT true?
    a. It is a sexually transmitted disease.
    b. It rarely affects adolescents.
    c. It can be effectively treated with antibiotics.
    d. Left untreated, it can progress to pelvic inflammatory disease.
A
  1. Which statement about chlamydia is NOT true?
    a. It is a sexually transmitted disease.

b. It rarely affects adolescents.

c. It can be effectively treated with antibiotics.
d. Left untreated, it can progress to pelvic inflammatory disease.

48
Q
  1. What is the first thing a person should do after being diagnosed with any STD?
    a. Seek psychological counseling from a qualified professional.
    b. Research the causes and treatment of the disease.
    c. Inform friends and family of the diagnosis.
    d. Inform all sex partners of the diagnosis.
A
  1. What is the first thing a person should do after being diagnosed with any STD?
    a. Seek psychological counseling from a qualified professional.
    b. Research the causes and treatment of the disease.
    c. Inform friends and family of the diagnosis.

d. Inform all sex partners of the diagnosis.

49
Q
  1. Human Papillomaviruses (HPVs) are generally treated with:
    a. Topical creams.
    b. Antivirals.
    c. Antibiotics.
    d. Protease inhibitors.
A
  1. Human Papillomaviruses (HPVs) are generally treated with:

a. Topical creams.

b. Antivirals.
c. Antibiotics.
d. Protease inhibitors.

50
Q
  1. Levonorgestrel tablets, also known as Plan B, is a progestin used for:
    a. Emergency contraception.
    b. Treating certain STDs.
    c. Improving mood disorders.
    d. Terminating pregnancy.
A
  1. Levonorgestrel tablets, also known as Plan B, is a progestin used for:

a. Emergency contraception.

b. Treating certain STDs.
c. Improving mood disorders.
d. Terminating pregnancy.

51
Q
  1. Bulimia differs from binge-eating disorder in that bulimics:
    a. Display a preoccupation with food.
    b. Frequently withdraw from family and friends.
    c. Often show signs of depression.
    d. Have a distorted image of their own bodies.
A
  1. Bulimia differs from binge-eating disorder in that bulimics:
    a. Display a preoccupation with food.
    b. Frequently withdraw from family and friends.
    c. Often show signs of depression.

d. Have a distorted image of their own bodies.

52
Q
  1. What is the best argument for using latex condoms?
    a. They are less expensive than any other method of birth control.
    b. They are the only kind of condom that offers protection from pregnancy.
    c. They are the only kind of birth control that provides protection from both pregnancy and STDs.
    d. They are the only kind of birth control that has proven to be 100% effective.
A
  1. What is the best argument for using latex condoms?
    a. They are less expensive than any other method of birth control.
    b. They are the only kind of condom that offers protection from pregnancy.

c. They are the only kind of birth control that provides protection from both pregnancy and STDs.

d. They are the only kind of birth control that has proven to be 100% effective.

53
Q
  1. According to the Adolescent Life Change Event Scale (ALCES), the number-one cause of adolescent stress is:
    a. The divorce of parents.
    b. A best friend’s death.
    c. The death of a parent.
    d. The death of a sibling.
A
  1. According to the Adolescent Life Change Event Scale (ALCES), the number-one cause of adolescent stress is:
    a. The divorce of parents.
    b. A best friend’s death.

c. The death of a parent.

d. The death of a sibling.

54
Q
  1. A junior high school student whose mother has recently died shows no apparent signs of grief; indeed, his grades have begun to improve, and he has shown increased interest in various afterschool activities. Which of these is the most likely explanation of the boy’s changed behavior?
    a. He did not have a good relationship with his mother.
    b. He may have sociopathic tendencies.
    c. He is intentionally concealing his feelings so his friends won’t tease him.
    d. He is channeling his emotions into socially acceptable outlets to help him cope with his grief.
A
  1. A junior high school student whose mother has recently died shows no apparent signs of grief; indeed, his grades have begun to improve, and he has shown increased interest in various afterschool activities. Which of these is the most likely explanation of the boy’s changed behavior?
    a. He did not have a good relationship with his mother.
    b. He may have sociopathic tendencies.
    c. He is intentionally concealing his feelings so his friends won’t tease him.

d. He is channeling his emotions into socially acceptable outlets to help him cope with his grief.

55
Q
  1. According to studies reviewed by the National Center for Health Statistics, which of the following statements is true?
    a. Children who live with two biological parents are less likely to abuse drugs than children who live with two adoptive parents.
    b. Children who grow up in a one-parent household are more likely to engage in substance abuse than children who grow up with a biological father and stepmother.
    c. Children in single-parent families are two to three times more likely to develop behavioral problems than children in two-parent families.
    d. There is no difference in the incidence of behavioral problems between children raised in two-parent nuclear families and those raised in blended families.
A
  1. According to studies reviewed by the National Center for Health Statistics, which of the following statements is true?
    a. Children who live with two biological parents are less likely to abuse drugs than children who live with two adoptive parents.
    b. Children who grow up in a one-parent household are more likely to engage in substance abuse than children who grow up with a biological father and stepmother.

c. Children in single-parent families are two to three times more likely to develop behavioral problems than children in two-parent families.

d. There is no difference in the incidence of behavioral problems between children raised in two-parent nuclear families and those raised in blended families.

56
Q
  1. Which of the following weight-control tips would be more harmful than helpful to an obese adolescent?
    a. A single item of food often represents more than a single serving.
    b. Keep low-calorie snack foods in the home and enjoy them in moderation.
    c. Spend less time watching television and more time exercising.
    d. If you eat food that is labeled “fat-free,” you don’t have to be concerned about calorie intake.
A
  1. Which of the following weight-control tips would be more harmful than helpful to an obese adolescent?
    a. A single item of food often represents more than a single serving.
    b. Keep low-calorie snack foods in the home and enjoy them in moderation.
    c. Spend less time watching television and more time exercising.

d. If you eat food that is labeled “fat-free,” you don’t have to be concerned about calorie intake.

57
Q
  1. Which of the following statements about female puberty is true?
    a. African-American girls generally enter puberty a year earlier than Caucasian girls.
    b. Most girls do not begin to develop breasts until they have begun menstruating.
    c. Having one breast noticeably larger than the other is usually symptomatic of a serious medical condition.
    d. Underarm hair is usually the first indication of the onset of puberty.
A
  1. Which of the following statements about female puberty is true?

a. African-American girls generally enter puberty a year earlier than Caucasian girls.

b. Most girls do not begin to develop breasts until they have begun menstruating.
c. Having one breast noticeably larger than the other is usually symptomatic of a serious medical condition.
d. Underarm hair is usually the first indication of the onset of puberty.

58
Q
  1. The leading cause of death from unintentional injury among boys and girls aged ten to nineteen is:
    a. Poisoning
    b. Homicide
    c. Suffocation
    d. Motor vehicle accidents
A
  1. The leading cause of death from unintentional injury among boys and girls aged ten to nineteen is:
    a. Poisoning
    b. Homicide
    c. Suffocation

d. Motor vehicle accidents

59
Q
  1. Which of these physiological changes is typical of a normal pregnancy?
    a. Slower hair growth
    b. Breast enlargement
    c. Decreased appetite
    d. A weight gain of no more than 15 pounds
A
  1. Which of these physiological changes is typical of a normal pregnancy?
    a. Slower hair growth

b. Breast enlargement

c. Decreased appetite
d. A weight gain of no more than 15 pounds

60
Q
  1. The increase in reported cases of autism since the 1990s is most likely due to:
    a. Use of the MMR vaccine
    b. Changes in diagnostic practices
    c. Maternal drug abuse
    d. Environmental pollution
A
  1. The increase in reported cases of autism since the 1990s is most likely due to:
    a. Use of the MMR vaccine

b. Changes in diagnostic practices

c. Maternal drug abuse
d. Environmental pollution

61
Q
  1. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when:
    a. A fertilized ovum implants in the uterine wall.
    b. A fertilized ovum implants anywhere other than the uterine wall.
    c. An ovarian follicle ruptures and discharges an ovum.
    d. Endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus.
A
  1. An ectopic pregnancy occurs when:
    a. A fertilized ovum implants in the uterine wall.

b. A fertilized ovum implants anywhere other than the uterine wall.

c. An ovarian follicle ruptures and discharges an ovum.
d. Endometrial tissue grows outside the uterus.

62
Q
  1. Involuntary body functions such as breathing, digestion, heart rate, and blood pressure are controlled by the:
    a. Somatic nervous system.
    b. Autonomic nervous system.
    c. Central nervous system.
    d. Cerebrum.
A
  1. Involuntary body functions such as breathing, digestion, heart rate, and blood pressure are controlled by the:
    a. Somatic nervous system.

b. Autonomic nervous system.

c. Central nervous system.
d. Cerebrum.

63
Q
  1. Acne can be made worse by:
    a. Daily washing of infected areas.
    b. Consuming large amounts of chocolate.
    c. Eating greasy foods like pizza and french fries.
    d. High levels of stress.
A
  1. Acne can be made worse by:
    a. Daily washing of infected areas.
    b. Consuming large amounts of chocolate.
    c. Eating greasy foods like pizza and french fries.

d. High levels of stress.

64
Q
  1. An untrained person who sees an adult suddenly collapse and stop breathing should:
    a. Search for someone in the immediate vicinity who is trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
    b. Call 911 and keep the victim warm until help arrives.
    c. Tilt the victim’s head back and begin breathing rhythmically into his or her mouth.
    d. Immediately call 911, and then begin pushing hard and fast in the center of the victim’s chest.
A
  1. An untrained person who sees an adult suddenly collapse and stop breathing should:
    a. Search for someone in the immediate vicinity who is trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
    b. Call 911 and keep the victim warm until help arrives.
    c. Tilt the victim’s head back and begin breathing rhythmically into his or her mouth.

d. Immediately call 911, and then begin pushing hard and fast in the center of the victim’s chest.

65
Q
  1. Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening condition usually caused by:
    a. A bacterial infection.
    b. A vitamin deficiency.
    c. Exposure to an allergen.
    d. Polluted water.
A
  1. Anaphylaxis is a potentially life-threatening condition usually caused by:
    a. A bacterial infection.
    b. A vitamin deficiency.

c. Exposure to an allergen.

d. Polluted water.

66
Q
  1. According to the Drug Abuse Warning Network, 20 percent of emergency room visits related to illicit drugs in 2005 involved:
    a. Methamphetamine
    b. Prescription drugs
    c. Heroin
    d. Crack cocaine
A
  1. According to the Drug Abuse Warning Network, 20 percent of emergency room visits related to illicit drugs in 2005 involved:
    a. Methamphetamine
    b. Prescription drugs

c. Heroin

d. Crack cocaine

67
Q
  1. Under the Federal Assistance for Needy Families (FANF) program, unmarried teenage parents are eligible for financial assistance only if they:
    a. Agree to marry within two years.
    b. Live in an adult-supervised setting.
    c. Are employed full time in the public sector.
    d. Are living independently.
A
  1. Under the Federal Assistance for Needy Families (FANF) program, unmarried teenage parents are eligible for financial assistance only if they:
    a. Agree to marry within two years.

b. Live in an adult-supervised setting.

c. Are employed full time in the public sector.
d. Are living independently.

68
Q
  1. In theory, if a sunscreen has a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30:
    a. Users can stay in the sun for 30 minutes without getting a sunburn.
    b. The sunscreen filters out 30% of harmful UV rays.
    c. The sunscreen is 70% more effective than no sunscreen at all
    d. Users can stay in the sun safely 30 times longer than they could without a sunscreen.
A
  1. In theory, if a sunscreen has a Sun Protection Factor (SPF) of 30:
    a. Users can stay in the sun for 30 minutes without getting a sunburn.
    b. The sunscreen filters out 30% of harmful UV rays.
    c. The sunscreen is 70% more effective than no sunscreen at all

d. Users can stay in the sun safely 30 times longer than they could without a sunscreen.

69
Q
  1. Medications commonly prescribed for ADHD:
    a. Generally have few side effects.
    b. Are often prescribed irresponsibly for purposes of performance enhancement.
    c. Are frequently abused by the young people for whom they are prescribed.
    d. Often stunt growth in adolescents.
A
  1. Medications commonly prescribed for ADHD:

a. Generally have few side effects.

b. Are often prescribed irresponsibly for purposes of performance enhancement.
c. Are frequently abused by the young people for whom they are prescribed.
d. Often stunt growth in adolescents.

70
Q
  1. A person with type AB blood can donate blood:
    a. Only to someone with type AB blood.
    b. Only to someone with type AB or type O blood.
    c. Only to someone with type A or type B blood.
    d. To anyone regardless of blood type.
A
  1. A person with type AB blood can donate blood:

a. Only to someone with type AB blood.

b. Only to someone with type AB or type O blood.
c. Only to someone with type A or type B blood.
d. To anyone regardless of blood type.

71
Q
  1. According to the U.S. Department of Justice’s National Crime Victimization Survey:
    a. More than 2.5 million American women are victims of domestic violence each year.
    b. Domestic violence is more often directed against men than against women.
    c. Children rarely witness the domestic violence that takes place in their homes.
    d. Most married men are guilty of spousal abuse at some point in their lives.
A
  1. According to the U.S. Department of Justice’s National Crime Victimization Survey:

a. More than 2.5 million American women are victims of domestic violence each year.

b. Domestic violence is more often directed against men than against women.
c. Children rarely witness the domestic violence that takes place in their homes.
d. Most married men are guilty of spousal abuse at some point in their lives.

72
Q
  1. Because they are absorbed quickly into the bloodstream as sugar, refined carbohydrates:
    a. Make excellent mid-morning snacks for children.
    b. Are useful for treating insomnia.
    c. Can cause an unhealthy spike in insulin levels.
    d. Are preferable to complex carbohydrates for people with type-2 diabetes.
A
  1. Because they are absorbed quickly into the bloodstream as sugar, refined carbohydrates:
    a. Make excellent mid-morning snacks for children.
    b. Are useful for treating insomnia.

c. Can cause an unhealthy spike in insulin levels.

d. Are preferable to complex carbohydrates for people with type-2 diabetes.

73
Q
  1. Of the following people, the one most likely to benefit from an iron supplement is:
    a. A healthy 19-year-old woman.
    b. A healthy 20-year-old man.
    c. A healthy 20-year-old woman taking birth control pills.
    d. A healthy 60-year-old woman.
A
  1. Of the following people, the one most likely to benefit from an iron supplement is:

a. A healthy 19-year-old woman.

b. A healthy 20-year-old man.
c. A healthy 20-year-old woman taking birth control pills.
d. A healthy 60-year-old woman.

74
Q
  1. Which of the following is most likely to present accurate and unbiased information about the relationship between walnut consumption and heart disease?
    a. An article in a popular woman’s magazine
    b. A health story on a television news broadcast
    c. An article in the journal of the American Heart Association
    d. A press release from the California Walnut Commission
A
  1. Which of the following is most likely to present accurate and unbiased information about the relationship between walnut consumption and heart disease?
    a. An article in a popular woman’s magazine
    b. A health story on a television news broadcast

c. An article in the journal of the American Heart Association

d. A press release from the California Walnut Commission

75
Q
  1. Which of these houses is least likely to have a radon problem?
    a. A new house without a basement
    b. An old house with a new heating system
    c. A house that has passed an EPA-certified radon test
    d. A house that has been carefully inspected for cracks in the foundation
A
  1. Which of these houses is least likely to have a radon problem?
    a. A new house without a basement
    b. An old house with a new heating system

c. A house that has passed an EPA-certified radon test

d. A house that has been carefully inspected for cracks in the foundation

76
Q
  1. What is generally the best emergency procedure to control bleeding?
    a. Apply a tourniquet
    b. Apply pressure to the carotid artery
    c. Cover the wound in a clean cloth and apply direct pressure
    d. Clean the wound and apply a sterile bandage
A
  1. What is generally the best emergency procedure to control bleeding?
    a. Apply a tourniquet
    b. Apply pressure to the carotid artery

c. Cover the wound in a clean cloth and apply direct pressure

d. Clean the wound and apply a sterile bandage

77
Q
  1. A high-school student is having trouble dealing with an alcoholic parent. The organization that would probably be of most help to the student is:
    a. Alcoholics Anonymous.
    b. Alateen.
    c. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.
    d. The Center for Substance Abuse Treatment.
A
  1. A high-school student is having trouble dealing with an alcoholic parent. The organization that would probably be of most help to the student is:
    a. Alcoholics Anonymous.

b. Alateen.

c. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism.
d. The Center for Substance Abuse Treatment.

78
Q
  1. Which of the following blood pressure readings would most likely be treated with medication?
    a. 90/75
    b. 110/70
    c. 135/85
    d. 140/90
A
  1. Which of the following blood pressure readings would most likely be treated with medication?
    a. 90/75
    b. 110/70
    c. 135/85

d. 140/90

79
Q
  1. Which of these generally decreases in response to regular physical activity?
    a. Resting heart rate
    b. Arterial elasticity
    c. Blood volume
    d. Thyroid function
A
  1. Which of these generally decreases in response to regular physical activity?

a. Resting heart rate

b. Arterial elasticity
c. Blood volume
d. Thyroid function

80
Q
  1. Which of the following statements about drinking alcohol during pregnancy is NOT true?
    a. A pregnant woman can safely drink one glass of wine a day without putting her baby at risk of fetal alcohol syndrome.
    b. Alcohol consumption during pregnancy doubles the risk of miscarriage.
    c. The birth weight of babies born to women who drink alcohol during pregnancy is often significantly lower.
    d. Children born to women who drink alcohol during pregnancy are more likely to develop severe behavioral problems.
A
  1. Which of the following statements about drinking alcohol during pregnancy is NOT true?

a. A pregnant woman can safely drink one glass of wine a day without putting her baby at risk of fetal alcohol syndrome.

b. Alcohol consumption during pregnancy doubles the risk of miscarriage.
c. The birth weight of babies born to women who drink alcohol during pregnancy is often significantly lower.
d. Children born to women who drink alcohol during pregnancy are more likely to develop severe behavioral problems.

81
Q
  1. Learning disabilities are usually first suspected when a child:
    a. Expresses a lack of interest in family activities.
    b. Fails to reach certain developmental milestones beyond the normal age.
    c. Has difficulty getting along with peers.
    d. Presents behavioral problems in school.
A
  1. Learning disabilities are usually first suspected when a child:
    a. Expresses a lack of interest in family activities.

b. Fails to reach certain developmental milestones beyond the normal age.

c. Has difficulty getting along with peers.
d. Presents behavioral problems in school.

82
Q
  1. Children who receive the DTaP vaccine:
    a. Will probably need a booster shot during their teen years.
    b. Need to be vaccinated against whooping cough before starting school.
    c. Are immune from hepatitis B.
    d. Should receive an additional vaccination for diphtheria before traveling abroad.
A
  1. Children who receive the DTaP vaccine:

a. Will probably need a booster shot during their teen years.

b. Need to be vaccinated against whooping cough before starting school.
c. Are immune from hepatitis B.
d. Should receive an additional vaccination for diphtheria before traveling abroad.

83
Q
  1. To reduce the risk of having a child with cleft lip or cleft palate, women should:
    a. Undergo amniocentesis between 15 and 17 weeks of pregnancy.
    b. Avoid exposure to radiation during the first trimester of pregnancy.
    c. Avoid cleaning cat litter boxes during pregnancy.
    d. Take folic acid before pregnancy and during the first trimester.
A
  1. To reduce the risk of having a child with cleft lip or cleft palate, women should:
    a. Undergo amniocentesis between 15 and 17 weeks of pregnancy.
    b. Avoid exposure to radiation during the first trimester of pregnancy.
    c. Avoid cleaning cat litter boxes during pregnancy.

d. Take folic acid before pregnancy and during the first trimester.

84
Q
  1. The best source of information on recent advances in the treatment of asthma would probably be:
    a. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
    b. The American Lung Association.
    c. The American Red Cross.
    d. The National Organization for Rare Disorders.
A
  1. The best source of information on recent advances in the treatment of asthma would probably be:
    a. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

b. The American Lung Association.

c. The American Red Cross.
d. The National Organization for Rare Disorders.

85
Q
  1. A student who hoped to get the lead in this year’s school play discovers that she has not been cast in the production. She then announces that she really wouldn’t have had time to attend rehearsals anyway. This disappointed thespian is employing a defense mechanism called:
    a. Projection.
    b. Repression.
    c. Rationalization.
    d. Regression.
A
  1. A student who hoped to get the lead in this year’s school play discovers that she has not been cast in the production. She then announces that she really wouldn’t have had time to attend rehearsals anyway. This disappointed thespian is employing a defense mechanism called:
    a. Projection.
    b. Repression.

c. Rationalization.

d. Regression.

86
Q
  1. Which statement about teenage drivers is NOT true?
    a. The risk of motor vehicle crashes is higher among 16- to 19-year-olds than any other age group.
    b. Female drivers between the ages of 16 and 19 are as likely to be involved in fatal motor vehicle accidents as males of the same age.
    c. Teenagers are less likely than adults to wear seat belts.
    d. More than half of teen deaths from motor vehicle accidents occur on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.
A
  1. Which statement about teenage drivers is NOT true?
    a. The risk of motor vehicle crashes is higher among 16- to 19-year-olds than any other age group.

b. Female drivers between the ages of 16 and 19 are as likely to be involved in fatal motor vehicle accidents as males of the same age.

c. Teenagers are less likely than adults to wear seat belts.
d. More than half of teen deaths from motor vehicle accidents occur on Friday, Saturday, or Sunday.

87
Q
  1. A vegan diet is most likely to be deficient in:
    a. Fiber
    b. Vitamin B12
    c. Vitamin C
    d. Folic acid
A
  1. A vegan diet is most likely to be deficient in:
    a. Fiber

b. Vitamin B12

c. Vitamin C
d. Folic acid

88
Q
  1. Middle-school students are expected to apply critical-thinking, goal-setting, and problem-solving skills for making health-promoting decisions. These skills include:
    a. Identifying types of eating disorders such as bulimia, anorexia, or overeating.
    b. Examining the effects of peer pressure on decision making.
    c. Distinguishing risk factors associated with communicable diseases.
    d. Describing physiological and emotional changes that occur during pregnancy.
A
  1. Middle-school students are expected to apply critical-thinking, goal-setting, and problem-solving skills for making health-promoting decisions. These skills include:
    a. Identifying types of eating disorders such as bulimia, anorexia, or overeating.

b. Examining the effects of peer pressure on decision making.

c. Distinguishing risk factors associated with communicable diseases.
d. Describing physiological and emotional changes that occur during pregnancy.

89
Q
  1. Competencies that are generally required of health education teachers include all of the following EXCEPT:
    a. Knowledge of disease prevention and control.
    b. The ability to help children develop health knowledge and health skills.
    c. Familiarity with valid and reliable sources of health information.
    d. The ability to diagnose and treat personality disorders.
A
  1. Competencies that are generally required of health education teachers include all of the following EXCEPT:
    a. Knowledge of disease prevention and control.
    b. The ability to help children develop health knowledge and health skills.
    c. Familiarity with valid and reliable sources of health information.

d. The ability to diagnose and treat personality disorders.

90
Q
  1. According to the Red Cross’s latest first-aid guidelines for treating cardiac arrest:
    a. Rescue breaths are less important than uninterrupted chest compressions.
    b. Rescuers should alternate 15 chest compressions with two rescue breaths for adults.
    c. Small children should be given five chest compressions for every rescue breath.
    d. Rescuers should measure three fingers’ width along the rib cage before starting compressions.
A
  1. According to the Red Cross’s latest first-aid guidelines for treating cardiac arrest:

a. Rescue breaths are less important than uninterrupted chest compressions.

b. Rescuers should alternate 15 chest compressions with two rescue breaths for adults.
c. Small children should be given five chest compressions for every rescue breath.
d. Rescuers should measure three fingers’ width along the rib cage before starting compressions.

91
Q
  1. Which statement about body modification is true?
    a. Tattoos are easily removable.
    b. Painkillers are used for most piercings.
    c. Most piercings heal in less than a week.
    d. One out of five piercings lead to serious bacterial infections.
A
  1. Which statement about body modification is true?
    a. Tattoos are easily removable.
    b. Painkillers are used for most piercings.
    c. Most piercings heal in less than a week.

d. One out of five piercings lead to serious bacterial infections.

92
Q
  1. Which of the following strategies is LEAST likely to promote healthy interaction among family members?
    a. Eating dinner together whenever possible
    b. Taking turns choosing movies for family viewing
    c. Giving teenagers the freedom to set their own curfews
    d. Allowing children to participate in family decisions
A
  1. Which of the following strategies is LEAST likely to promote healthy interaction among family members?
    a. Eating dinner together whenever possible
    b. Taking turns choosing movies for family viewing

c. Giving teenagers the freedom to set their own curfews

d. Allowing children to participate in family decisions

93
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  1. A teacher who suspects that a student is being physically abused by a parent should:
    a. Talk to the student and try to discover the truth of the situation.
    b. Talk to the parents before risking an unfounded accusation.
    c. Consult with trusted colleagues to decide upon an appropriate course of action.
    d. Immediately report suspicions to police or child protective services.
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  1. A teacher who suspects that a student is being physically abused by a parent should:
    a. Talk to the student and try to discover the truth of the situation.
    b. Talk to the parents before risking an unfounded accusation.
    c. Consult with trusted colleagues to decide upon an appropriate course of action.

d. Immediately report suspicions to police or child protective services.

94
Q
  1. Professional intervention is most likely to be recommended for a 16-year-old boy who:
    a. Was caught drinking beer at a friend’s birthday party.
    b. Repeatedly forgets to perform household chores.
    c. Has lost interest in most of the activities he previously enjoyed.
    d. Expresses sadness about breaking up with his girlfriend.
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  1. Professional intervention is most likely to be recommended for a 16-year-old boy who:
    a. Was caught drinking beer at a friend’s birthday party.
    b. Repeatedly forgets to perform household chores.

c. Has lost interest in most of the activities he previously enjoyed.

d. Expresses sadness about breaking up with his girlfriend.

95
Q
  1. In treating cases of child abuse or neglect, the main objective is to:
    a. Teach the child how to cope with living in an abusive environment.
    b. Identify and punish all parties involved in the abuse.
    c. Find a suitable foster home for the abused or neglected child.
    d. Return the child to a safe, healthy family environment.
A
  1. In treating cases of child abuse or neglect, the main objective is to:
    a. Teach the child how to cope with living in an abusive environment.
    b. Identify and punish all parties involved in the abuse.
    c. Find a suitable foster home for the abused or neglected child.

d. Return the child to a safe, healthy family environment.

96
Q
  1. A 15-year-old girl is being pressured by her friends to attend a party at which alcohol is likely to be served. Which advice would probably be most useful to her?
    a. Tell your friends you’ll go, but make up some last-minute excuse to stay home.
    b. Tell your friends that you’d love to go, but you’re afraid you might get in trouble with your parents.
    c. Don’t let your friends bully you. Stand up for your beliefs and do what you think is right.
    d. Attend the party, but don’t drink.
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  1. A 15-year-old girl is being pressured by her friends to attend a party at which alcohol is likely to be served. Which advice would probably be most useful to her?
    a. Tell your friends you’ll go, but make up some last-minute excuse to stay home.
    b. Tell your friends that you’d love to go, but you’re afraid you might get in trouble with your parents.

c. Don’t let your friends bully you. Stand up for your beliefs and do what you think is right.

d. Attend the party, but don’t drink.

97
Q
  1. Which pair of foods is included in two different food groups in the USDA’s updated food pyramid?
    a. Chicken and eggs
    b. Soy beans and chickpeas
    c. Salmon and peanuts
    d. Sesame seeds and octopus
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  1. Which pair of foods is included in two different food groups in the USDA’s updated food pyramid?
    a. Chicken and eggs

b. Soy beans and chickpeas

c. Salmon and peanuts
d. Sesame seeds and octopus

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