Written Response FINAL

Question 1

What is our class definition for health?

Answer 1

Our class definition for health is, “a state of complete physical, mental, social, emotional, and spiritual well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.

Question 2

What are The First 5 Good Health Habits

Answer 2

1. Don’t smoke anything. Inhaling any kind of smoke harms the lungs.
2. Don’t use illegal drugs.
3. Don’t misuse, overuse, or abuse over-the-counter (OTC) and/or prescription(Rx)
   drugs.
4. Exercise at least three times a week (M-W-F or T-Th-S) for 30-60 minutes each
   day.
5. Get “regular” health exams. For example, yearly physical, dental exams, vision
   exams, and hearing exams.

Question 3

What is five signs that a person may be depressed and suicidal?

Answer 3

Five signs that a person may be suicidal are
1. self-harm
2. sudden uptick in happiness,
3. unexplained giving away of items
4. talking about suicide
5. searching a for a means.

Question 4

Follow the seven dietary guidelines

Answer 4

1. Eat a variety of foods
2. Balance the food you eat with physical acidity
3. Choose a diet with plenty of gain products (whole grains and vegetables and fruit)
4. Choose a diet low in fat, saturated fat, cholesterol and trans fat. (Eat healthy plant based oils like olive and canola oils)
5. Choose a diet moderate in sugar
6. Choose a diet moderate in salt and sodium
7. Minors should not drink alcohol.

Question 5

What are the two pathogens that cause the most infectious diseases?

Answer 5

The two pathogens that cause the most infectious diseases are bacteria and virus.

Question 6

What are the nine nutrients

Answer 6

1. Protein
2. Carbohydrates
3. Water
4. Vitamins
5. Minerals
6. Fiber
7. Phytochemical
8. Minerals
9. Antioxidants

Question 7

What are the last 5 Good Health Habits

Answer 7

6. Learn how to cope with the daily stressors and stress of everyday life.
7. Get at least 8-10 hours of sleep a night.
8. Minors (people under the age of 21) should not drink alcohol. Adults who choose to drink should drink in moderation. Don’t Get Drunk!
9. Practice sexual abstinence until marriage.

Question 8

Name and describe the two types of drug addiction. Explain how you must treat a person going through drug treatment to overcome these two addictions.

Answer 8

The two types of addiction are mental addiction and physical addiction. Mental addiction is when a person can only think about drugs. It solved by isolating the person and removing the need or dependence for the drug. Physical addiction is when the addict can’t stop using the drug physically. It is solved by removing access to the drug.

Question 9

Who is responsible for your health?

Answer 9

1. I am responsible for my health.

Question 10

What are the five components of health-related fitness?

Answer 10

1. Body composition
2. Muscular endurance
3. Muscular strength
4. Cardiovascular endurance
5. Flexibility

Question 11

What is the maximum heart rate (MHR) of a 17-year-old teenage male? What is the target heart training rate if they want to exercise between 70 to 80%?

Answer 11

1. 203 ; 142.1-162.4

Question 12

What are the three parts of a basic exercise program? What is the purpose of a good exercise program? Please explain.

Answer 12

he three parts of a basic exercise program are a warm-up, main workout, and cool-down. The purpose of a good exercise program is to stay mentally and physically fit and not injure yourself.

Question 13

What is My Plate? Describe the plate and why we should follow it recommendations

Answer 13

MyPlate is a nutrition guide published by the United States Department of Agriculture’s Center for Nutrition Policy and Promotion. It is designed to help people make healthy food choices by visualizing how much of each food group should be on their plate. We should follow the recommendations because it has the 5 basic food groups inside of the plate.

Question 14

Name and describe the stages a person goes through when they contract an infectious disease(What are the stages of a disease?)

Answer 14

The stages a person goes through when they contract an infectious disease are:
1. Infection: Being infected with the virus/illness.
2. Incubation: First symptoms appear
3. Prodromal: Period between infection and symptoms
4. Period of Illness: During the time of the illness or sickness the process of feeling the illness.
5. Convalescence: Recovery, healing from illness and sickness.

Question 15

What are the six main parts of the female reproductive system? Briefly explain each part and their function.

Answer 15

1. Ovary: The female gonad that produces eggs and hormones, including estrogen and progesterone.
2. Uterus: A muscular organ that is responsible for nurturing and developing a fertilized egg into a fetus during pregnancy. It also sheds its lining during menstruation if a fertilized egg is not implanted.
3. Cervix: The lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. It produces mucus that helps sperm travel through the reproductive tract and into the uterus.
4. Fallopian: A pair of tubes that connect the ovaries to the uterus. They are responsible for transporting eggs from the ovaries to the uterus and are the site of fertilization.
5. Fallopian Tube: See above.
6. Vagina: A muscular tube that connects the cervix to the outside of the body. It is the site of sexual intercourse and also serves as the birth canal during childbirth.

Question 16

What does the acronym CAUTION stand for? You may use the list format to answer this question.

Answer 16

C - Change in bowel or bladder habits
A - A sore or lesion that does not heal
U - Unusual bleeding or discharge
T - Thickening or lump in the breast or elsewhere
I - Indigestion or difficulty swallowing
O - Obvious changes in the size, color, shape, or thickness of a wart, mole, or mouth sore
N - Nagging cough or hoarseness

Question 17

What are the nine main parts of the male reproductive system? Briefly explain each part and their function.

Answer 17

1. Seminal Vesicle: A gland that produces a fluid that makes up a significant portion of semen. The fluid contains fructose, which provides energy for sperm, and other substances that help sperm survive and fertilize an egg.
2. Prostate gland: A gland that produces a fluid that makes up a portion of semen. The fluid contains enzymes that help sperm move and survive in the female reproductive tract.
3. Cowper’s gland: Also known as the bulbourethral gland, it produces a fluid that lubricates the urethra and neutralizes any acidic urine that may be present.
4. Epidermis: The outermost layer of skin that covers the penis.
5. Testes: The primary male reproductive organ responsible for producing sperm and testosterone.
6. Scrotum: A loose bag of skin that hangs outside the body behind the penis, which holds the testes in place and helps regulate their temperature.
7. Urethra: A tube that carries urine and semen out of the body.
8. Vas Deferens: A tube that carries sperm from the testes to the urethra.
9. Glands Penis: The glands penis is the cone-shaped end of the penis that contains the opening of the urethra, which transports semen and urine out of the body.

Question 18

What kind of cancer (associated with the male reproductive system) can be detected by self-examination in teenage males?

Answer 18

Testicular cancer is a type of cancer associated with the male reproductive system that can be detected by self-examination in teenage males.
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Question 19

What are the top five chronic diseases in the United States today? Briefly explain how these diseases can be prevented.

Answer 19

1. Heart disease: Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States and includes conditions such as coronary artery disease, heart attack, and heart failure. It can be prevented by maintaining a healthy weight, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, not smoking, and managing stress.
2. Cancer: Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States and includes many different types of cancer. Some cancers can be prevented by avoiding risk factors such as tobacco use, excessive alcohol consumption, and exposure to certain chemicals and radiation. Early detection through regular screenings can also improve outcomes.
3. Chronic lung disease: Chronic lung diseases such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and asthma are a major cause of disability and death in the United States. They can be prevented by avoiding exposure to tobacco smoke and other air pollutants, and by managing symptoms through medication and lifestyle changes.
4. Stroke: Stroke is a leading cause of disability and death in the United States. It can be prevented by maintaining a healthy weight, eating a healthy diet, exercising regularly, not smoking, and managing conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes.
   5.Alzheimer’s disease: Alzheimer’s disease is a progressive brain disorder that affects memory, thinking, and behavior. While there is no known way to prevent Alzheimer’s disease, some research suggests that maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including regular exercise, a healthy diet, and social engagement, may help reduce the risk of developing the disease.