Question 1

Cutting,self-administered tattoos,and inserting objects under the skin are examples of:

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Cutting, self-administered tattoos, and inserting objects under the skin are all examples of nonsuicidal self-injury (NSSI). NSSI is intentional and deliberate self-inflicted harm to one's body tissues without the conscious intent of committing suicide. It is a coping mechanism used to deal with emotional distress, but it can lead to physical harm and should be addressed by a mental health professional.

Question 2

For people between ages 55 and 64,_____ cause(s)the MOST injury-related fatalities.

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Motor-vehicle crashes cause the most injury-related fatalities for people between ages 55 and 64. According to the CDC, in 2018, motor-vehicle crashes were responsible for 42% of injury-related deaths for this age group.

Question 3

Most unintentional deaths from poisoning are caused by _____,especially _____.

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According to the CDC, unintentional poisoning deaths in the US are primarily caused by drugs, particularly prescription painkillers. Therefore, option C is the correct choice. Options A and B could also be causes of unintentional poisoning, but they are not the primary cause. Option D is incorrect because food-borne agents are not a leading cause of unintentional poisoning deaths.

Question 4

Using the biopsychosocial model as a theoretical base,explain why unintentional injury is the leading cause of death for adolescents and young adults.

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Question 5

Why might cognitive-behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I)be recommended instead of sleeping pills for people experiencing insomnia? Describe how CBT-I works,and outline specific interventions that may be used in treating insomnia.

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Question 6

What are the health consequences of sleep deprivation? In your answer,be sure to mention both physical and mental health consequences of sleep deprivation.

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Question 7

The low rate of _____ in people between ages 18 and 25 is offset by a high rate of _____ in this group.

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The correct answer is B) chronic illness; violent deaths. This is because people between ages 18 and 25 generally have lower rates of chronic illnesses due to their younger age, but they have higher rates of violent deaths, which can include accidents, homicides, and suicides, often due to riskier behaviors common in this age group.

Question 8

Describe some of the empirically supported health benefits garnered from physical activity and the empirically supported potential hazards of adopting a sedentary lifestyle.

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Question 9

Using the theory of planned behavior,design an exercise program with the goal of helping a friend who wants to implement more physical activity in his or her life.Describe specific interventions you might use,and provide research findings to support the interventions you choose to implement.

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Question 10

Which of these individuals is MOST likely to complete suicide after having suicidal thoughts?

Accepted Answer

Research has shown that access to firearms greatly increases the risk of completed suicide. Although all of the individuals listed may be at risk for suicide, Francis' access to firearms puts him at higher risk.

Question 11

Describe the major stages of sleep that a typical person experiences and how sleep patterns normally change and vary as we age.

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Question 12

Compare and contrast the benefits of exercise with the hazards of exercise.What circumstances can produce harmful effects from exercising? How can one maximize the benefits of exercise while minimizing the potential negative consequences?

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Question 13

Worldwide,the second leading cause of death by unintentional injury is:

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According to the World Health Organization, falling is the second leading cause of death by unintentional injury, accounting for an estimated 647,000 deaths annually.

Question 14

Using the ecological systems theory,develop a comprehensive profile of a person who is not likely to maintain consistent physical fitness over his or her lifetime.

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Question 15

The most common method of suicide among males is by _____,and the most common method among females is by _____.

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The most common method of suicide among males is by firearms, but the most common method among females is by poisoning.

Question 16

Discuss in detail what areas should be targeted in order to reeducate people on the risks of unintentional injury and violence,as identified in Healthy People 2020.

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Question 17

Your grandmother tells you that she wishes she had been more active in her life and that she feels it is too late to begin a physical activity regimen,particularly because she fears it will increase her risk of a heart attack.Based on what you've read,how would you advise her regarding becoming more physically active?

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Quiz 7: Exercise, Sleep, and Injury Control