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Study guide Quiz 1 chapters 1-4

chapter 1

The leading cause of preventable deaths in the United States is ___________________________use.

Reference: Introduction

1.1

The leading causes of death in the United States today are largely___________________ related.

Reference: Leading Health Problems in the United States

The most prevalent degenerative diseases in the United States are those of the ___________________ system.

Reference: Leading Health Problems in the United States

Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, emphysema, and chronic bronchitis are diseases of the _____________________________ system.

Reference: Leading Health Problems in the United States

The leading cause of fatal automobile accidents in the United States is ________________________________.

Reference: Leading Health Problems in the United States

1.4

Regular ___________________has been shown to improve mood, cognitive function, creativity, and short-term memory.

Reference: Importance of Increased Physical Activity

1.7

Do most people think far enough ahead to change unhealthy behaviors before they incur a major health problem?_____

Reference: Wellness

Which wellness dimension is characterized by an ability to relate well to others, both within and outside the family unit? _________________________________

Reference: Wellness

1.10

Scientific evidence links participation in fitness and wellness programs to better health as well as to

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________.

Reference: Benefits of a Comprehensive Fitness Program

With regard to brain function, regular physical activity is the most important lifestyle change a person can make to prevent __________________________ later in life.

Reference: Benefits of a Comprehensive Fitness Program

Low levels of ________________________have been linked to depression, and exercise has repeatedly been shown to be effective in treating depression.

Reference: Benefits of a Comprehensive Fitness Program

1.11

Today’s biggest health challenge is teaching people how to take control of their _____________________________________________ and adhere to a positive lifestyle.

Reference: The Wellness Challenge for Our Day

1.12

Your pulse should have what type of rhythm________________________

Reference: Assessment of Resting Heart Rate and Blood Pressure

chapter 2

2.1

Nothing adds more sugar to the American diet than _______________________________.

REFERENCES: Living in a Toxic Health and Fitness Environment

At restaurants, people are most likely to base their food choices on

_________________________________________________________________________________________________________

REFERENCES:

Living in a Toxic Health and Fitness Environment

2.3

In adopting a new habit, __________________ is critical.

REFERENCES: Your Brain and Your Habits

2.5

What “barrier to change” best applies to tanners who focus on the short-term attractiveness of bronze skin and disregard the long-term risk of skin cancer?

____________________________________________________

REFERENCES:

Barriers to Change

2.7

People with an external locus of control believe that

_________________________________________________________________________________

REFERENCES:

Motivation and Locus of Control

2.8

Precontemplation is the first stage in the process of willful change.

True

False

REFERENCES:

Changing Behavior

The action stage of the transtheoretical model of change requires

_____________________________________________________________________________________

REFERENCES:

Changing Behavior

In the transtheoretical model, which theory holds that behavior change is influenced by the environment, self-efficacy, and characteristics of the behavior itself?______________________________________________________________

REFERENCES:

Changing Behavior

2.9

Which process of change applies to a woman who quits smoking after seeing an aunt die of lung cancer?

_____________________________________________________________________________________

REFERENCES:

The Process of Change

Tracking your daily food consumption—and thus identifying sources of excessive calories and fat in the diet—is an example of ___________________________.

REFERENCES:

The Process of Change

2.10

The “R” in SMART goals stands for:_____________________________________

REFERENCES:

Techniques of Change

If your goal is unreachable, despite your full commitment and best efforts, you should reassess the goal.

True or false

REFERENCES:

Techniques of Change

Goals that are _________________________ set you up for failure, discouragement, and loss of interest.

REFERENCES:

Techniques of Change

Chapter 3

3.1

Vitamins, minerals, and water are the fuel nutrients for the body.

True

False

REFERENCES:

Nutrients

Excess glucose in the blood is converted to fat and stored in _______________________

REFERENCES:

Nutrients

Increased fiber intake decreases the risk for coronary heart disease.

True

False

REFERENCES: Nutrient

Which substance occurs naturally in fruits and honey and is converted to glucose in the body?

______________________________

REFERENCES:

Nutrients

Which function does soluble fiber serve? Helps to lower________________________.

REFERENCES:

Nutrients

What lipoprotein level is associated with a lower risk for coronary heart disease and is called the “good cholesterol?”

__________________

REFERENCES:

Nutrients

Complete proteins contain all the essential amino acids and are typically of what origin?____________________

REFERENCES:

Nutrients

What are the functions of minerals?____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

REFERENCES:

Nutrients

What lipoprotein level is associated with a lower risk for coronary heart disease and is called the “good cholesterol?”

__________________

REFERENCES:

Nutrients

Complete proteins contain all the essential amino acids and are typically of what origin?____________________

REFERENCES:

Nutrients

What are the functions of minerals?____________________________________________________________

_____________________________________________________________________________________

REFERENCES:

Nutrients

3.2

Which standard refers to the daily amount of a nutrient that is considered adequate to meet the known nutrient needs of nearly all healthy people in the United States?_________________________________________________________

REFERENCES:

Balancing the Diet

3.3

Vegetarians, especially vegans, should be aware of which nutrition concern?________________________________

References: Achieving a Balanced Diet

What ingredients raise yogurt to the level of a “super food”?_______________________________

REFERENCES:

Achieving a Balanced Diet

Probiotics are ___________________ credited with rebalancing naturally present intestinal bacteria.

REFERENCES: Achieving a Balanced Diet

3.6

Studies have shown that vitamin ___________ may offer benefits against heart disease, cancer, and cataracts.

References: Nutrient Supplementation

3.9

________________ supplementation is popular among bodybuilders.

REFERENCES:

Nutrition for Athletes

3.10

Postmenopausal women are more susceptible to osteoporosis due to a loss of_________________________

REFERENCES: Bone Health and Osteoporosis

3.11

Iron is a key element of which blood component?______________________________

REFERENCES: Iron deficiency

Chapter 4

___________________________________ mass is equivalent to body weight minus body fat.

REFERENCES: Introduction

"Healthy weight" is another term for

__________________________________________ body weight

REFERENCES:

Introduction

4.1

The minimal amount of body fat needed for normal physiological functions is known as ___________________________.

References: Essential and Storage Fat

The percentage of essential fat is higher for women because it includes _______________________________ fat.

REFERENCES:

Essential and Storage Fat

Which element of body composition serves as an energy substrate for metabolism?_______________________

REFERENCES: Essential and Storage Fat

Storage fat is found within tissues such as______________________________________________

REFERENCES:

Essential and Storage Fat

4.2

_____________________________ weighing is difficult to administer to aquaphobic people.

REFERENCES:

Techniques to Assess Body Composition

9. Which method of body composition measurement is most frequently performed during research and by medical facilities?________________________

REFERENCES: Techniques to Assess Body Composition

4.3

As a technique to determine thinness and excessive fatness,_____________ incorporates height and weight to estimate critical fat values at which the risk for disease increases.

REFERENCES: