Core Concepts in Health, Canadian Edition Test Bank

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11.The six dimensions of wellness include all of the following, EXCEPTA.emotional wellness.B.environmental, or planetary, wellness.C.spiritual wellness.D.dietary wellness.2.Which one of the following qualitiescontributes positively to one's physical wellness?A.eating a balanced dietB.maintaining an optimistic attitudeC.being open to new ideasD.maintaining satisfying relationships3.Optimism, trust, and self-confidence arecomponents ofA.physical wellness.B.emotional wellness.C.spiritual wellness.D.interpersonal wellness.4.Adam's parents are not unduly concerned about their son's ability to adapt to college because hehas always had a goodsense of humor, been curious, and demonstrated an openness to ideas.These qualities are reflective of Adam's _______________ wellness.A.interpersonalB.spiritualC.intellectualD.emotional5.Spiritual wellness is bestdescribed as havingA.a strong support network of family and friends.B.meaning and purpose in one's life.C.the ability to express oneself creatively.D.the ability to share one's feelings.

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6.Protecting yourself fromexposure to toxic substances in the workplace is an example ofpromoting _______________ wellness.A.socialB.spiritualC.intellectualD.environmental7.The six dimensions of wellnessA.affect health independently of eachother.B.are interrelated.C.seldom influence one another.D.demonstrate the separateness of mind and body.8.The environmental health threats faced by our ancestors included all of the following, EXCEPTA.water pollution.B.poor sanitary conditions.C.acid rain.D.natural disasters.9.If you were born in 1900, your lifeexpectancy was approximatelyA.32 years.B.47 years.C.62 years.D.77 years.10.The average life span in the twentieth centuryA.did not change significantly.B.increased slightly.C.nearly doubled.D.nearlytripled.

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11.The top three causes of death among Canadians age 15 to 24 areA.accidents, cancer, and suicide.B.smoking, heart disease, and suicide.C.accidents, heart disease, and cancer.D.homicide, cancer, and accidents.12.The best response to behaviour-related diseases isA.chemical treatment.B.surgical treatment.C.prevention.D.rehabilitation.13.By far, the leading preventable cause of death among Canadians isA.alcoholconsumption.B.poor health care.C.smoking.D.careless driving.14.Occupational wellness is measured by how much _____________ the job offers.A.moneyB.happinessC.prestigeD.work15.In the past 100 years, themajor causes of death have shifted from ______________ to_____________.A.infectious diseases; heart diseaseB.accidents; AIDSC.childbirth; infectious diseasesD.heart disease; cancer

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16.The health determinant over which wehave least control isA.diet.B.exercise.C.tobacco use.D.genetic makeup.17.Which of the following is currently Canada's number-one cause of death?A.cancerB.heart diseaseC.unintentional injuriesD.suicide18.The single most important factor in determining an individual's level of wellness isA.genetics.B.environment.C.behaviour.D.age.19.John, an Inuit Aboriginal student, has chosen to incorporate exercise intohis daily routine and toreduce the amount of salt in his diet after finding out that his blood pressure is high. His decisionto make these lifestyle changes is most likely based on the following health concerns for InuitAboriginals.A.Theyhave a higher incidence of tuberculosis than males in other population groups.B.They have higher rates of heart disease and obesity.C.They have higher rates of infant mortality.D.They have higher suicide rates.20.When compared tothe general Canadian population, those of French-Canadian heritage haveA.higher overall death rates.B.shorter life expectancies.C.higher rates of Tay-Sachs disease.D.lower overall death rates.

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21.Men have higher rates ofdeath than women from all of the following, EXCEPTA.suicide.B.unintentional injuries.C.stroke.D.homicide.22.Income and education are closely linked with health status. The _____________ the poverty rateand the_____________ the education level, the better the health.A.lower; higherB.lower; lowerC.higher; higherD.higher; lower23.Heart disease, a leading cause of death in Canada, is strongly related toA.a sedentarylifestyle.B.cigarette smoking.C.high levels of stress.D.all of the above.24.People with disabilities are more likely toA.have cancer.B.be obese.C.have HIV.D.die at a young age.25.Homosexual teens are atgreater risk forA.cancer.B.obesity.C.asthma.D.suicide.

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26.The complete set of genetic material in an individual's cells is referred to as her or hisA.genes.B.genome.C.proteome.D.RNA.27.Thefollowing are all environmental factors, EXCEPT theA.air you breathe.B.water you drink.C.amount of alcohol consumption in your home.D.genetic make-up in your body.28.The top health issue affecting students' academicperformance today isA.depression.B.alcohol abuse.C.stress.D.relationship problems.29.The most harmful consequence of environmental abuse isA.pesticides.B.global warming.C.contaminated drinking water.D.acid rain.30.The "greenhouse" effect isA.an invisible insulating blanket that traps heat and increases the temperature of theatmosphere.B.not yet proven.C.a complex system of burning coal.D.more pronounced inunder-developed nations.

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31.The first step in improving wellness by lifestyle management is toA.begin with a self-assessment.B.ask friends what you should improve.C.ask your family for assistance.D.reward yourself.32.Part of a successful plan to change an unhealthy behaviour is toA.start small.B.pick your top three unhealthy behaviours.C.keep the plan to yourself.D.choose your most unhealthy behaviour.33.The behaviour oneidentifies for change is calledA.bad news.B.enabling behaviour.C.target behaviour.D.predisposed behaviour.34.Eduardo has identified gambling as a target behaviour because it is interfering with hisschoolwork. To aid him instopping this behaviour, he may need toA.find outside help.B.use a self-management approach.C.spend more time with his friends.D.buy a self-help book.35.A target behaviour can best be defined asA.several bad habits inneed of change.B.a lifelong habit you want to stop immediately.C.an isolated behaviour that is the focus of your behaviour change plan.D.a friend's behaviour that you urge him or her to change.

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36.The belief in one's ability to besuccessful in the performance of a given task is termedA.self-esteem.B.self-concept.C.self-efficacy.D.self-fulfilling prophecy.37.A comparison survey of North American smokers and non-smokers found thatA.smokersreport more energy.B.smokers report fewer days of troubled sleep.C.non-smokers report fewer days of sadness.D.non-smokers report eating more.38."Your ability to successfully take action and perform specific tasks" defines the termA.self-efficacy.B.self-control.C.self-talk.D.self-esteem.39.Those with an internal locus of control believe that events turn out as they do based onA.fate.B.heredity.C.their actions.D.luck.40.Donna is about 25 pounds overweight, has tried a variety of diets, and has repeatedly failed tomaintain weight loss. She defends her weight with the explanation that almost all of her relativesare overweight, and none has ever been successful with attempts to lose weight. Donna can bestbe described asA.being unmotivated.B.having an external locus of control.C.having an internal locus of control.D.being a victim of genetics.

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41.The technique of visualization is one of thebest ways toA.keep an eye on your future.B.boost your confidence.C.improve physical strength.D.None of these choices is correct.42.A strategy to increase your chances of success in the pursuit of a new behaviour is toA.rationalize temporary setbacks to minimize feelings of failure.B.stick with the program even during periods of high stress.C.find a new behaviour to change if you experience a temporary failure.D.frequently visualize goalattainment and enjoy its benefits.43.The precontemplation stage is characterized byA.an awareness of the problem.B.a modification of behavior.C.a belief that there is no need for change.D.a planning for change.44.During a "stages of change" behaviour change program, some people may lapse. If this occurs,the best strategy for them is toA.learn from the lapse as they recycle through earlier stages.B.give up.C.choose a different behaviour for change.D.start over from the beginning.45.The order in which a behaviour change strategy is implemented isA.analyze data, monitor behaviour, devise a plan of action, set goals, make contract.B.monitor behaviour, analyze data, setgoals, devise a plan of action, make contract.C.devise a plan of action, set goals, monitor behaviour, analyze data, make contract.D.make contract, set goals, devise a plan of action, monitor behaviour, analyze data.

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46.Entries madeinto a health journal about a behaviour should note all the following, EXCEPTA.what the activity was.B.when and where it happened.C.how you felt at the time.D.what your friends/family did.47.Which of the following healthjournal information would be of little benefit in promoting personalbehaviour change?A.identification of other people's reactions to your behaviourB.descriptions of exactly what your behaviours areC.identification of when and whereactivities occurredD.recording your feelings at the time you were engaging in the behaviour48.Anne wants to lose weight and is keeping a health journal to record her progress. Which of thefollowing questions might be appropriately asked in the course of analyzing data from her healthjournal?A.When am I most likely to overeat?B.What behaviour do I want to change?C.How many behaviours in my life are serious health threats?D.What will be the consequences of notchanging my risky health behaviour?49.The best plan for behaviour changeA.begins with a negative self-assessment.B.concentrates on several behaviours.C.refuses to tolerate temporary setbacks.D.works at changesystematically.50.To help ensure success with a behaviour change program, you shouldA.consider potential genetic factors.B.develop a reward system.C.re-evaluate your friendships.D.do none of these choices.

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51.Chances of success in behaviour management DECREASE ifA.efforts are cost-effective.B.change in behaviour is real and lasting.C.programs are those that can be followed over a long time.D.environmental cues are ignored.52.According to the "SMART" criteria; a behaviour change such as "drink eight cups of water everyday" is an example of beingA.realistic.B.truthful.C.too easy.D.specific.53.Rewards included in health action plans shouldA.reinforce your efforts.B.be provided only when you reach your overall goal.C.be meaningful and affordable.D.include limited participation in the behaviour you are trying to eliminate.54.A primary purpose of developing apersonal contract for behaviour change is toA.commit you to your word of behaviour modification.B.notify others of your intent to change your behaviour.C.prioritize the behaviours that you are considering changing.D.assess yourmotivation for changing a health behaviour.55.Writing a contract for behaviour change involves all of the following, EXCEPTA.setting a date to begin.B.clearly stating your goal.C.identifying the steps to be used to measureprogress.D.identifying the consequences of failure to reach the established goal.

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56.Someone you know at work who is attempting to lose weight has been repeatedly "derailed" bycoworkers who bring high-calorie snacks to work every day. Itwould be fair to say that this persondoes NOTA.want to change.B.have the support to change.C.have the skills to change.D.have the knowledge to change.57.Information from a health journal maintained after a behaviourchange plan is put into actionshould be used to do all of the following, EXCEPTA.track progress.B.identify barriers to progress.C.make revisions in the plan.D.identify new behaviours to change.58.Obstacles in theprocess of behaviour changeA.are a sign of failure in the pursuit of a new behaviour.B.should be avoided, if possible, in the pursuit of a new behaviour.C.are a natural part of the process.D.often cause us to settle for a level ofsuccess that is less than our original goal.59.The most constructive response to a temporary setback in the pursuit of a new behaviour isA.not tolerating temporary failure.B.increasing rewards to make efforts more worthwhile.C.accepting the blame for failing if you return to your old behaviour.D.accepting the fact that problems may periodically occur.60.Which of the following is a positive social influence on health behaviours?A.personal skillsB.attitudesC.supportive friendsD.money

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61.Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for maintaining behaviour change?A.assessing stress levelsB.rationalizingC.evaluating social influencesD.refocusing62.With regard to one's health, which one of the following elements is most within an individual'scontrol?A.heredityB.health careC.environmentD.behaviour63.Which of the following is an example of taking action to modifythe environment and supporthealth behaviours?A.encouraging legislators to pass legislation increasing the number of public areas wheresmoking is prohibitedB.serving nonalcoholic drinks at your partiesC.voting for measures thatreduce air pollutionD.All of these are examples.64.When evaluating health topics on the Internet, check theA.qualifications of the people behind the site.B.latest media post on the topic.C.testimonials for evidence.D.blogs first.65.Which of the following is NOT a modifiable risk factor?A.smokingB.exercisingC.family historyD.healthy diet

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66.The six dimensions of wellness include all of the following, EXCEPTA.emotionalwellness.B.intellectual wellness.C.physical activity wellness.D.environmental wellness.67.Emotional wellness includes all of the following, EXCEPTA.attending to your own thoughts and feelings.B.monitoring yourreactions.C.identifying obstacles to emotional stability.D.making choices to avoid illnesses and injuries.68.Your ability to develop and maintain satisfying and supportive relationships is referred to as_____________ wellness.A.emotionalB.spiritualC.interpersonalD.intellectual69.Openness to new ideas, capacity to question, and creativity are components ofA.intellectual wellness.B.emotional wellness.C.spiritual wellness.D.interpersonal wellness.70.Altruism, compassion, and fulfillment are components ofA.intellectual wellness.B.emotional wellness.C.spiritual wellness.D.interpersonal wellness.

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71.Communication skills, intimacy, andsatisfying relationships are components ofA.intellectual wellness.B.emotional wellness.C.spiritual wellness.D.interpersonal wellness.72.The level of happiness and fulfillment you gain through your work is referred to asA.intellectual wellness.B.emotional wellness.C.spiritual wellness.D.occupational wellness.73.All of the following are key aspects of occupational wellness, EXCEPTA.enjoyable work.B.job dissatisfaction.C.feelings of achievement.D.opportunities to learn and grow.74.All of the following are characteristic of people with low socioeconomic status, EXCEPTA.higher rates of death.B.less likely to have access to health services.C.more likely to engage in unhealthy habits.D.lower rates of injury.75.The percentage of cases of type 2 diabetes that could be avoided or postponed with goodnutrition, regular physical activity, the elimination of smoking, andeffective stress management isA.50 percent.B.65 percent.C.75 percent.D.90 percent.

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