Question 1

If a supervisor suspects that a subordinate has a severe drinking problem,the action to be avoided is:

Accepted Answer

Confronting the employee with their alcoholism and threatening dismissal during the first meeting is not advisable. It can be counterproductive and may not comply with workplace policies or legal guidelines. It's important to approach the situation with sensitivity and provide support options.

Question 2

____ is the decrease in functional activity accompanied by symptoms of low spirits,gloominess,and sadness.

Accepted Answer

The symptoms described in the question stem are characteristic of depression, which is defined as a decrease in functional activity accompanied by symptoms of low spirits, gloominess, and sadness. Alcoholism and substance abuse are not necessarily accompanied by these specific symptoms, and while morale problems may contribute to depression, they are not a direct cause or definition of it.

Question 3

Most employers should recognize that alcoholism is a:

Accepted Answer

Alcoholism is recognized as a disease by medical professionals and organizations such as the World Health Organization and the American Medical Association. Employers should recognize it as a disease and offer support and resources for their employees who may be struggling with alcohol addiction. It is not simply a personal problem or a disciplinary issue. Additionally, alcoholism affects individuals across all occupations and socioeconomic statuses, so it is not predominantly a blue-collar problem.

Question 4

Studies show that _____ of night-shift workers report falling asleep at least once a week while on the job.

Accepted Answer

Studies indicate that 30 to 50 percent of night-shift workers report falling asleep at least once a week while on the job, highlighting the challenges of working non-traditional hours and the impact on sleep patterns.

Question 5

The requirements for federal contractors to take steps to ensure a drug-free workplace is found in:

Accepted Answer

The Drug-Free Workplace Act requires federal contractors and grantees to take steps to ensure a drug-free workplace. The other options mentioned do not specifically address drug-free workplace requirements for federal contractors.

Question 6

A Duke study found that morbidly obese workers file ____ more workers' compensation claims and take longer to recover from injuries.

Accepted Answer

The answer of A Duke study found that morbidly obese...

Question 7

The U.S.Supreme Court ruled in __________ that employers may not bar women of childbearing age from certain jobs because of potential risk to their fetuses

Accepted Answer

This case, decided in 1991, established that it was a violation of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act to exclude women from certain jobs because of a concern for their reproductive health. Specifically, the case dealt with a policy at Johnson Controls that prohibited women of childbearing age from working in jobs where lead exposure could harm a fetus. The Supreme Court found this policy to be discriminatory and a violation of Title VII.

Question 8

The most severe stage of distress is:

Accepted Answer

Burnout represents the most severe stage of distress among the options given. It is a state of emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.

Question 9

Which of the following is not an outcome associated with depression?

Accepted Answer

Decreased substance abuse is not an outcome associated with depression. The other options (lower individual productivity, increased morale problems, and increased absenteeism) are outcomes commonly associated with depression.

Question 10

A survey of more than 2,000 employers conducted by the National Safety Council found that ____ had some type of cell-phone usage policy in place.

Accepted Answer

The survey by the National Safety Council found that 58 percent of employers had some type of cell-phone usage policy in place.

Question 11

A study by Duke University researchers who examined the records of nearly 12,000
University employees found that obese employees experienced medical costs that
Were more than ____ times higher than those of nonobese workers

Accepted Answer

The answer of A study by Duke University researchers who...

Question 12

Stress becomes ____ when we begin to sense a loss of our feelings of security and adequacy.

Accepted Answer

Distress is the type of stress that arises when we perceive a situation as being threatening and we feel a loss of control. This can trigger negative emotions and physical symptoms such as anxiety, irritability, and fatigue. In contrast, eustress and functional stress are both positive types of stress that can help us feel motivated, energized, and focused. Fight-or-flight stress is another term for the body's physiological response to acute stress, which prepares us to either face a threat or flee from it.

Question 13

Alternative approaches to health include all of the following,except:

Accepted Answer

Pre-employment medical examinations are not an alternative approach to health, but rather a standard procedure used by employers to assess the health and fitness of job applicants. The other options listed (chiropractic, homeopathy, and massage) are all considered alternative approaches to health, as they employ non-traditional practices and methods to promote wellness and treat various ailments.

Question 14

When dealing with stress,having too much to do in too short as time is known as:

Accepted Answer

High demand refers to having too much to do in too short a time, which is a common cause of stress. High effort refers to the level of energy and focus required to complete a task, but it is not necessarily related to time constraints. Low control refers to feeling powerless or restricted in one's ability to take action, while low reward refers to not receiving adequate recognition or compensation for one's efforts.

Question 15

Lack of personal fulfillment in a job may be a symptom of:

Accepted Answer

Lack of personal fulfillment in a job is a common symptom of burnout, which is a state of mental, emotional, and physical exhaustion caused by excessive and prolonged stress.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT a recommendation for calming an angry employee?

Accepted Answer

Keeping the discussion as subjective as possible can actually escalate the situation further. It is important to keep the conversation objective and focus on finding solutions to the problem.

Question 17

The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that nearly ____ million Americans suffer from depression each year.

Accepted Answer

The National Institute of Mental Health estimates that nearly 17 million Americans suffer from depression each year.

Question 18

When dealing with stress,having to expend too much mental or physical energy over too long a period of time is known as:

Accepted Answer

High effort refers to the amount of mental or physical energy expended over a prolonged period of time. This can lead to stress and burnout. High demand, low control, and low reward are all factors that can contribute to high effort and stress, but high effort specifically refers to the amount of energy expended.

Question 19

Stress basically comes from two areas.These areas are:

Accepted Answer

Stress can arise from physical activities that strain the body and emotional activities that affect mental well-being.

Question 20

When dealing with stress,having too little influence over the way a job is done on a day-to-day basis is known as:

Accepted Answer

This is known as low control, as the individual may feel like they have limited say or ability to make decisions about how their work is carried out, leading to feelings of stress and dissatisfaction.

Quiz 12: Promoting Safety and Health