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Examples of major minerals include
zinc, iron, and calcium.
iron, calcium, and copper.
calcium, potassium, and magnesium.
potassium, sodium, and iron.
2
The ability of the body to perform prolonged, large-muscle, dynamic exercise at moderate-to-high intensity is
anaerobic capacity.
cardiorespiratory capacity.
adaptive capacity.
cardiorespiratory endurance.
3
Self-assessment of medical symptoms begins with
medical self-tests.
a phone call to your doctor.
observation of your own body.
purchase of over-the-counter drugs.
4
Atherosclerosis is
the heart's inability to maintain its regular pumping force.
severe chest pain caused by insufficient blood supply to the heart.
sustained abnormally high blood pressure.
the thickening of artery walls by plaque deposits.
5
Your body mass index (BMI) is calculated by dividing
your weight by the circumference of your waist
the calories you burn by the calories you eat
your weight by the square of your height
the calories you eat by the calories you burn
6
Which of the following statements is true about Type 2 diabetes?
It is best prevented by eating a healthy diet and exercising.
It has obvious symptoms in the early stages.
It always requires insulin injections as a method of treatment.
It has been decreasing in recent decades.
7
Flexibility is best described as
the ability to move without pain during strenuous exercise
sustained motion without resistance
the ability to move rapidly during exercise
the ability of joints to move through their full range of motion
8
Which of the following essential nutrients do NOT supply energy?
fats
vitamins
proteins
carbohydrates
9
The Heimlich maneuver helps
control shock.
reduce the impact of trauma.
clear an airway.
maintain heartbeat.
10
Resting metabolic rate is the
sum of all the processes by which the body uses food energy.
energy required to digest food.
body's daily energy expenditure.
energy required to maintain vital body functions.
11
The Dietary Guidelines for Americans emphasize the importance of
maintaining an appropriate calorie level.
nutrient-dense foods.
All answer choices are correct.
focusing on variety in consumed foods.
12
The primary function of vitamins is to
regulate various processes within cells.
serve as an important component of muscle.
provide texture and flavor to foods.
None of the answer choices are correct.
13
Which of the following activities poses the greatest risk for distracted driving?
mentally planning what to make for dinner
calling someone on the speaker phone
radio playing in the background
looking at billboards on the highway
14
Which of the following does NOT make smog more likely to form?
heavy motor vehicle traffic
high temperatures
strong winds
sunny weather
15
A person does NOT usually need to check with a physician about symptoms that are
recurrent
severe
familiar
persistent
16
A product that can break down naturally and safely into the raw materials of nature and become a part of the environment
abiotic
compostable
recyclable
biodegradable
17
All of the following are appropriate reasons to visit the emergency room at your local hospital EXCEPT for
severe burnsv
severe chest pain
poisoning
sore throat
18
One of the easiest ways to determine appropriate cardiorespiratory endurance exercise intensity involves measuring
blood pressure.
resistance.
running pace.
heart rate.
19
The eating disorder characterized by a refusal to eat enough food to maintain a reasonable body weight is
bulimia nervosa.
anorexia nervosa.
borderline disordered eating.
binge-eating disorder.
20
All of the following are major risk factors in the development of diabetes, EXCEPT
age
obesity
a family history of diabetes
excess physical activity
21
Refined grains
tend to be much lower in fiber and vitamins than whole grains.
contain the germ and bran of whole grains but not the endosperm.
help to keep blood sugar and insulin levels low.
take longer to digest than unrefined carbohydrates.
22
Recommended treatment of minor soft-tissue injuries such as bruises includes all of the following EXCEPT
massage
ice
rest
elevation
23
The main drawback of using BMI to assess health is that it is not a good tool for
classifying individuals as obese
assessing body composition
assessing body weight
comparing weight to height
24
An approach that replaces conventional medicine is known as
alternative medicine.
complementary medicine.
integrative medicine.
dualistic health care.
25
Endurance athletes may benefit from consuming additional
carbohydrates
proteins
vitamins
minerals
26
Exercise tends to result in all of the following EXCEPT
decreased stress.
decreased insulin sensitivity.
improved memory.
improved self-image.
27
The process by which the foods you eat are broken down and absorbed is called
respiration
metabolism
macrophagy
digestion
28
The largest component of metabolism is
metabolic equivalency rate.
base metabolic expenditure.
resting metabolic rate.
caloric expenditure rate.
29
The ozone layer in the upper atmosphere
is the key component of smog.
shields the earth from the sun's ultraviolet rays.
maintains the pH of rain.
facilitates temperature inversions.
30
The main difference between physical activity and exercise for improving physical fitness is the ________ of exercise.
duration
frequency
intensity
structure
31
Which of the following is NOT a vector of disease?
a tick
a mosquito
contaminated soil
a rat
32
Helmets should be worn during which of the following activities?
All answer choices are correct.
mountain biking
riding a lightweight scooter
snowboarding
33
The set of physical attributes that allow the body to respond or adapt to the demands and stress of physical effort is
anaerobic capacity.
physical fitness.
endurance.
peak workload.
34
The EPA's Air Quality Index measures all of the following EXCEPT
natural gas
nitrogen dioxide
carbon monoxide
particulate matter
35
Which of the following is NOT a class of essential nutrients?
vitamins
proteins
enzymes
minerals
36
Which of the following essential nutrients is most important in the formation of bones and muscles?
fats
proteins
carbohydrates
lipids
37
Of the following diseases, the thinning of the ozone layer is most likely to increase the incidence of
skin cancer.
leukemia.
lymphoma.
lung cancer.
38
One mineral commonly lacking in American diets is
iron
chloride
phosphorus
sodium
39
Exercise is a subset of physical activity that is
discontinuous and unplanned.
random or unstructured.
not a contributor to physical fitness.
planned, structured, and repetitive.
40
If you have any questions about using an over-the-counter medication, the best thing is to
ask a friend.
avoid using it.
search on the Internet.
ask a pharmacist.
41
Meats, fish, poultry, soy, and eggs are sources of ________ protein.
nonessential
essential
complete
incomplete
42
Swollen lymph nodes in the abdominal cavity could indicate
anemia
hemophilia
poor nutritional status
infection in the intestines
43
Which one of the following is considered a mind-body intervention?
visualization
tai chi chuan
All answer choices are correct.
yoga
44
All of the following are strategies for preventing motor vehicle injuries EXCEPT
obeying the speed limit.
keeping your car in good working order.
cccctaking less-traveled roads instead of interstate highways.
always wearing a safety belt.
45
The most common type of poisoning by gases is ________ poisoning.
butane
chlorine
propane
carbon monoxide
46
Processed foods labeled "fat-free" or "reduced fat" may
contain high levels of cholesterol.
be high in calories.
be as natural as fresh foods.
contain hidden fats.
47
Which of the following behaviors would be considered abuse?
physically harming someone
arousing fear in someone
preventing a person from doing what they want to do
All answer choices are correct.
48
In which of the following situations should Shani get a medical examination before beginning an exercise program?
He is inactive and over 40 years of age.
All answer choices are correct.
He has diabetes or asthma.
He has a history of heart disease.
