Deck 12: Lifestyle Management

Question 1

Meditation is becoming recognized as a therapeutic technique for patients with serious illnesses.

Answer 1

True

Question 2

Which of the following statements is the best definition of "stress"?

A) Physical reactions to real or perceived danger
B) Worries about work or school
C) Feelings of panic
D) Thoughts about personal problems

Answer 2

Physical reactions to real or perceived danger

Question 3

Eating adequate amounts of fiber is important because it:

A) adds flavor to foods.
B) helps with weight loss.
C) supplies necessary vitamins.
D) promotes colon health.

Answer 3

promotes colon health.

Question 4

The top three causes of death in the United States today are influenced by personal habits, such as physical activity and smoking.

Question 5

Muscle relaxation is most beneficial if it is done:

A) only when you have the time to take care of yourself.
B) on a regular basis.
C) during periods of great stress.
D) when you need physical energy.

Question 6

In certain health care occupations, it is impossible to obtain a license if you have been convicted of using illegal drugs.

Question 7

The discomfort experienced by smokers who try to quit is mostly in the mind and can be eliminated with positive thinking.

Question 8

How does muscle relaxation improve physical function and reduce stress?

A) Burns excess calories
B) Improves blood circulation
C) Releases endorphins
D) Strengthens the muscles

Question 9

Gum disease does not usually have serious consequences.

Question 10

The body responds in the same way to real and imagined dangers.

Question 11

Eating primarily plant-based foods is believed to reduce the risk of heart disease and stroke.

Question 12

If you are feeling overwhelmed by the idea of writing a term paper that is due in 5 weeks, a good strategy is to:

A) finish it as quickly as possible so you can forget about it.
B) wait until the fourth week so you will have to hurry and not waste time.
C) ask a friend who writes well to help you.
D) break it into tasks that can be completed during each of the next 5 weeks.

Question 13

Physical exercise is only helpful for increasing fitness if eating habits are also changed.

Question 14

An effective way to begin reducing stress in your life is to:

A) avoid all stressful situations.
B) ignore conditions that cause stress.
C) identify sources of stress.
D) do only those things that you most enjoy.

Question 15

What percentage of the United States adult population is currently estimated to be overweight?

A) 15 percent
B) 45 percent
C) 69 percent
D) 88 percent

Question 16

Which action should you take first to help you succeed when attempting to change a negative habit?

A) Plan to make the needed changes as quickly as possible.
B) Ask someone to continually remind you to change your behavior.
C) Decide that you want to change.
D) Set challenging goals that encourage you to take action.

Question 17

If a food is labeled "free range," this means that it is organic.

Question 18

The body is harmed by cholesterol so it should be avoided.

Question 19

Trans fats and partially hydrogenated oils are the same thing.

Question 20

There is some evidence that being overweight can contribute to certain forms of cancer.

Question 22

Researchers believe that mental recuperation takes place during:

A) activities you enjoy.
B) meditation.
C) the last few hours of sleep.
D) physical exercise.

Question 30

What is the purpose of the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Choose My Plate?

A) Provide ideal height to weight charts
B) Help people make healthy food choices
C) Suggest the number of calories that people should consume
D) All of the above

Question 36

What is the description of a "bad" carbohydrate?

A) Contains a high amount of sugar
B) Is difficult to digest
C) Is high in calories but low in nutrients
D) Does not provide immediate energy

Question 37

A health care professional's attitude is determined by his or her:

A) mental view of circumstances.
B) working conditions.
C) supervisor.
D) family background.

Question 41

Individuals who follow a __________ diet eat only plant-based foods.

Question 42

Water makes up to _____percent of human body weight.

Question 43

_____ can result when health care professionals work long hours without adequate rest and care for terminally ill patients.

Question 44

The risk of _______________, a condition in which the bones lose mass, can be reduced with physical exercise.

Question 45

__________ foods are grown without the use of chemical fertilizers or pesticides.

Question 46

Excessive amounts of sodium can result in high _____ ______.

Question 47

Individuals with a BMI of 30.0 or higher are considered to be __________.

Question 48

The two leading causes of death in the United States today in the order of number of deaths are _______  ________
 and _______________.

Question 49

It is believed that added _____ in any form, added to many processed foods, may be contributing to overweight and obesity in the United States.

Question 50

Health care professionals who may be exposed to body fluids should receive a vaccination series for protection against ____________________.