Question 1

Rollie determines that he doesn't have enough time to adequately study for his upcoming phlebotomy exam,which he is concerned about.Which process is Rollie engaged in?

Accepted Answer

B

Question 2

Abner is consistently able to overcome and withstand adversity that comes his way;in fact,he thrives on meeting and beating serious challenges.Abner is most likely high in __________.

Accepted Answer

C

Question 3

Which contributor is likely to be the cause of U.S.children's inadequate fitness levels?

Accepted Answer

Children's sedentary lifestyle, characterized by excessive screen time and lack of physical activity, is a significant contributor to inadequate fitness levels.

Question 4

Which personality characteristic is associated with a lower rate of stress-related illness?

Accepted Answer

Hardiness is associated with a lower rate of stress-related illness as it involves a sense of control, commitment, and challenge, which helps individuals cope better with stress.

Question 5

Stress can produce indirect health-related behaviors,such as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

The answer of Stress can produce indirect health-related behaviors,such as...

Question 6

Which term refers to the assessment of whether one's coping abilities and resources are adequate to overcome the harm,threat,or challenge posed by the potential stressor?

Accepted Answer

Secondary appraisal refers to the evaluation of one's coping resources and options for dealing with a stressor, determining whether they are sufficient to overcome the challenge.

Question 7

Theo was flying home from Istanbul when his father unexpectedly died in Des Moines.When told of his father's death,Theo suffered from symptoms similar to a panic attack.Which term provides the best description of the immediate effect of his father's death on Theo's reaction?

Accepted Answer

An acute stressor refers to a sudden and intense stress event, such as the unexpected death of a loved one, which can trigger immediate stress reactions like panic attack symptoms.

Question 8

Stress can produce direct physiological effects,such as which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Stress can lead to elevated blood pressure as a direct physiological effect due to the body's response to stressors, which can activate the sympathetic nervous system and release stress hormones like adrenaline.

Question 9

Assistance and comfort provided to a person dealing with a stressful situation is also known by what term?

Accepted Answer

Social support refers to the assistance and comfort provided by others to help an individual cope with stress.

Question 10

Esperanza is having a great deal of difficulty in her statistics class.She visits her teacher to discuss ways in which she can improve her skills,or even drop the class if necessary.What kind of coping is Esperanza demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

Esperanza is demonstrating problem-focused coping as she is actively seeking solutions to improve her skills in the class by discussing with her teacher.

Question 11

Which term refers to a specific deficiency in a child's diet?

Accepted Answer

Undernutrition refers to a specific deficiency in a child's diet, indicating a lack of essential nutrients.

Question 12

Which term refers to having an improper amount and balance of nutrients in one's diet?

Accepted Answer

Malnutrition refers to having an improper amount and balance of nutrients in one's diet, which can include both undernutrition and overnutrition.

Question 13

Which term applies to a person's attempts at coping that involve unconscious strategies that distort or deny the true nature of a situation?

Accepted Answer

Defensive coping involves unconscious strategies that distort or deny the true nature of a situation to reduce stress or anxiety.

Question 14

Which term refers to the assessment of an event to determine whether its implications are positive,negative,or neutral?

Accepted Answer

Primary appraisal is the process of evaluating an event to determine its significance as positive, negative, or neutral.

Question 15

Rollie assesses how much time it will take to adequately study for his upcoming phlebotomy exam,which he is concerned about.Which process is Rollie engaged in?

Accepted Answer

Primary appraisal involves evaluating the significance of a stressor or event, such as determining the amount of time needed to study for an exam.

Question 16

Infants who receive adequate nutrition but act as though they have been deprived of food,because they are listless and apathetic,are exhibiting signs of which condition?

Accepted Answer

Nonorganic failure to thrive occurs when infants receive adequate nutrition but do not grow properly due to emotional or environmental factors, leading to listlessness and apathy.

Question 17

Which field of study examines the interplay among the immune system,the brain,and psychological factors during stress-related events?

Accepted Answer

Psychoneuroimmunology is the field that studies the interactions between the nervous system, the immune system, and psychological processes, especially in the context of stress.

Question 18

Which disease affects older children due to malnutrition,and causes their stomachs,limbs,and face to swell with water?

Accepted Answer

Kwashiorkor is a form of severe protein malnutrition characterized by edema, which causes swelling in the stomach, limbs, and face, and it commonly affects older children.

Question 19

Which disease is produced by severe malnutrition during the first year of life,and causes an infant to stop growing?

Accepted Answer

Marasmus is a disease caused by severe malnutrition during the first year of life, leading to an infant's failure to grow and wasting away of body tissues.

Question 20

Which term refers to a person's attempts to control stress by using conscious regulation of emotions?

Accepted Answer

Emotion-focused coping involves consciously regulating emotions to manage stress.

Quiz 4: Health and Wellness