Question 3 (1 point)

 

Today, the words health and wellness are often used interchangeably to mean the dynamic, ever-changing process of trying to achieve ones potential in each of the interrelated dimensions, which typically include all of the following EXCEPT:

Question 3 options:

	Environmental
	Occupational
	Social
	Physical
	Emotional
	Intellectual

Question 4 (1 point)

 

The Surgeon Generals health promotion plan, called Healthy People 2020 classifies health determinants into what five groupings?

Question 4 options:

	Physical, Environmental, Social, Intellectual & Spiritual health
	Physical activity, Nutrition, Weight control, Alcohol consumption, & Tobacco use
	Vaccines, Motor vehicle safety, Control of infectious disease, Reduction in cardiovascular disease, and safe & healthy foods
	Individual behavior, Biology and genetics, Social factors, Policy making, & Health services

Question 5 (1 point)

 

The four leading causes of chronic disease include all of the following EXCEPT:

Question 5 options:

	tobacco
	physical inactivity
	illicit drug use
	poor diet
	alcohol abuse

Question 6 (1 point)

 

Are these (#5 above) causes modifiable or nonmodifiable determinants determinants, why?

Question 6 options:

	They are modifiable determinants because a person can choose whether or not s/he wants to participate.
	They are non-modifiable because most of the behaviors people adopt when they are young become permanent behaviors.
	The are non-modifiable because these behaviors are genetic, so no matter how hard a child tries to break habits, the harder it is to succeed.
	They are modifiable, but only when the person is surrounded by encouraging peers who look out for each other.

Question 7 (1 point)

What does a built environment mean?

Question 7 options:

	An environment that has a neighborhood watch for their community.
	An environment that can promote positive health behaviors, such as creating side walks and bike lanes as part of federally funded road projects.
	An environment that has retail outlets that provide jobs for those in the surrounding communities.
	An environment that has high income homes, thriving businesses and good schools for those in the community.

Question 8 (1 point)

 

Where is the United States ranked in terms of life expectancy compared to other countries?

Question 8 options:

	1st
	10th
	20th
	25th
	30th

Question 9 (1 point)

 

What are some examples of social determinants of health?

Question 9 options:

	Addiction and Violence
	Income and Education
	Gender and Career
	Ethnicity and Gender

Question 10 (1 point)

 

A weaker income is associated with a stronger sense of autonomy, control and empowerment, which directly effects health status.

Question 10 options:

	True
	False

Question 11 (1 point)

 

What happened to biological twins if one became an educated professional and the other did not?

Question 11 options:

	The “working class” twin lived longer than the educated professional because the professional endured too much daily stress.
	The educated professional lived in a better community and had more conveniences than his/her “working class”” twin, thus the professional was happier.
	The educated professional was healthier than his/her “working class”” twin.
	There were no differences in health.

Question 12 (1 point)

 

What is the “vicious cycle” that leads to an impoverished community?

Question 12 options:

	Too many uneducated people gathering in one area, thus no one can get a good job to pay their bills.
	Too many couples having babies that they can’t support, thus more homeless and foster-care children that grow up to be gangsters.
	High rates of drug and alcohol addiction, thus no one can hold down a steady job to pay their bills or go to school to get an education.
	No banks want to come in, no new stores open, thus there are no taxes that can be put into making good schools, and consequently the community deteriorates.

Question 13 (1 point)

 

Chronic stress affects the body in regards to the increased risk for illness and disease in all of the following ways EXCEPT:

Question 13 options:

	Increases blood pressure
	Increases drug and alcohol cravings
	Increases plaque build up in the arteries
	Lowers immunity
	Increases risk of heart disease

Question 14 (1 point)

Americans who don’t stay in school are likely to have higher rates of all of the following health conditions EXCEPT:

Question 14 options:

	Obesity
	Heart Disease
	Diabetes
	Osteoporosis

Question 15 (1 point)

Children from disadvantaged neighborhoods are likely to experience what kind of education and health issues?

Question 15 options:

	More stress that can contribute to coping behaviors, such as smoking, drug use and violence.
	Disruption in their education
	Bad teachers
	Bad parents
	All of the above
	a & b
	a & d

Question 16 (1 point)

Complete the sentence: 60% of new jobs in the 21^st century will require skills that only ___ of the workforce has. This affects America’s productivity globally, making us less competitive with other nations.

Question 16 options:

	50%
	40%
	30%
	20%

Question 17 (1 point)

Identify whether or not the following phrases are flaws or excuses:

Question 17 options:

“I would like to be better at sports, but I am not a natural athlete.”

 

I want to quit smoking, but I cant because my all of my friends smoke.”

1. Flaw 2. Excuse

Question 18 (1 point)

 

According to the Health Belief Model (for behavior change) who is more likely to quit smoking, and why? A) Older smoker who has seen other smokers develop serious health problems or B) A teenager who has just started smoking and his parents tell him to quit?

Question 18 options:

	The older smoker because maturity makes people value life more.
	The younger smoker because youth typically come to the realization that their parents are right that smoking is a bad habit, and they don’t want to get addicted.
	The older smoker because they are more likely to know other smokers who have developed serious heart or lungs problems and perceive smoking as a serious health threat.
	The younger smoker because youth typically don’t have the money to buy cigarettes because they are expensive and they know they can’t get it from their parents.

Question 19 (1 point)

 

In regards to the Transtheoretical Model (of behavior change), what stage is Tony at in his behavior change? Tony: “I have been getting drunk and barely remember what happens every weekend for the past 6 months. I don’t feel good and now my friends are all mad at me. ……Maybe I need to start cutting back.”

Question 19 options:

	Contemplation
	Action
	Preparation
	Precontemplation
	Maintenance
	Termination

Question 20 (1 point)

 

Jackie says to herself, “I can’t believe I flunked that easy of an exam. I am so stupid.” How can she change her self talk to a more rational, positive statement?

Question 20 options:

	“I am going to drop the class because I am going to fail anyways.”
	“I didn’t study enough. I am not stupid, I just need to prepare better for the next exam.”
	“My professor is a jerk. He doesn’t want me to pass this course.”
	“Other people flunked the exam, so its not just me that doesn’t get it.”

Question 21 (1 point)

 

What is more effective for long term behavior change, large changes or small changes?

Question 21 options:

	Large changes because its better to change immediately instead of doing the same behavior over and over again to create bad habits.
	Small changes because it is less stressful and gives the body a chance to adapt over time to a new behavior.
	There is no difference in bodily responses between big or small changes.

Question 22 (1 point)

 

What is dichotomous thinking? Is it effective for long term behavior change?

Question 22 options:

	It is being open minded to any kind of necessary behavior change. Yes, it is effective.
	It is being closed minded to any kind of necessary behavior change. No, it is not effective.
	It is having an “all or nothing” perspective. For example, “I have been perfect on my diet” or “I ate a cookie, so I am just going to binge” No, it is not effective.
	It is being unable to make rational decisions because of injury to the brain.

Question 23 (1 point)

 

What is the 80/20 rule?

Question 23 options:

	80% of the time you practice healthy behaviors and 20% of the time you indulge.
	80% of the time you indulge and 20% of the time you practice healthy behaviors.
	80% of the time you think about your health and 20% of the time you don’t.
	80% of the time you devote to having fun and 20% of the time you are serious about behavior change.

Question 24 (1 point)

 

Easy methods that Dr. Oz recommends to increase your life expectancy include all of the following EXCEPT

Question 24 options:

	Eat a little less everyday.
	Know your numbers, such as blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose, body fat, etc.
	Eat small meals throughout the day instead of big meals.
	Exercise more, including cardiovascular and strength.
	Find your purpose in life.
	Practice safe sex to reduce risks of disease.

 

 

 

Question 25 (1 point)

What is Safeway’s strategy to the healthcare of its employees? Is the strategy effective and profitable for them?

Question 25 options:

	They are offering free addiction counseling to all of its employees who are struggling with some kind of addiction. Yes, it is profitable because most employees recover and become healthier and more efficient workers.
	They are offering healthcare benefits to the lowest paying employees who can not afford high premiums because they feel a professional obligation to provide coverage for all employees. No, it is not profitable.
	They are investing in the health of its employees through building a gym and offering healthy foods in the cafeteria. Yes, their healthcare costs are lower and healthier employees get more affordable healthcare premiums.
	They provide a 20% discount on all foods in the store for every employee. No, it is not profitable because many employees have large families and food costs are expensive.