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Nutrition and Health — Cumulative exam Answers

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Which action can prevent or stop the spread of communicable diseases?

A
receiving vaccinations
B
spending time with younger people
C
avoiding doctors’ offices even when needed
D
staying in large crowds of people who appear healthy
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Moritz is feeling hopeless and has very little energy. Which strategy can he use to cope with these problems internally?

A
starting a daily journal
B
spending time with family
C
seeking help from a therapist
D
maintaining friendships at school
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Which disease is caused by a buildup of plaque in blood vessels?

A
celiac disease
B
type 2 diabetes
C
sickle cell disease
D
cardiovascular disease
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Which situation would most likely benefit from peer mediation?

A
Two students disagree on how to share a locker.
B
One student is upset because he was offered drugs.
C
A student is struggling to get good grades in math.
D
Two peers have a disagreement that ends in a fistfight.
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What is the main goal of recommended dietary allowances (RDAs)?

A
to inspect school cafeterias across the United States
B
to regulate foods sold at supermarkets and farmers’ markets
C
to investigate claims of tainted food being served in restaurants
D
to indicate daily nutrient requirements
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Which statement describes a substance-free lifestyle?

A
Teeth, gums, skin, and hair all benefit from a substance-free lifestyle.
B
A life free of alcohol, tobacco, and drugs guarantees personal happiness.
C
Future fertility is decreased by eliminating alcohol, tobacco, and drugs.
D
When smokers discontinue cigarettes, the health of others around them is not affected.
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Why is choking considered an emergency situation?

A
It may block the flow of air in the body.
B
It activates chemical reactions in the body.
C
It activates temperature imbalances in the body.
D
It may cause irregular activity in the heart.
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What is a characteristic of total body fat?

A
It includes stored fat in body tissue.
B
It includes essential fats harmful for cell function.
C
It can be used to determine a person’s body weight.
D
It can be used to determine body mass percentage.
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Which treatment would most likely be used for cancer?

A
angioplasty
B
radiation
C
pacemaker
D
exercise
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Which step can a person take to encourage elderly family members to eat healthy meals?

A
Help them plan meals.
B
Walk with them every day.
C
Help them with yard work.
D
Go to group fitness classes with them.
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Which statement about Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) best describes its purpose?

A
It provides breakfast and lunches to school-aged children during the summer months only.
B
It provides fitness programs to low-income pregnant women and young mothers.
C
It provides nutritious food to low-income pregnant women and young mothers.
D
It provides recreational sports programs to school-aged children during the summer.
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Which issue are teen parents more likely to experience than adult parents?

A
low-paying jobs
B
loss of friendships
C
constant responsibility
D
limited childcare availability
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How could a student show a teacher that he has good character traits?

A
by listening attentively in class
B
by taking classes he is interested in
C
by ignoring the teacher if she trips
D
by trying to answer every question in class
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Which outcome is a benefit of physical activity?

A
management of weight
B
increased risk of stress
C
increased risk of heart attack
D
poor self-esteem, affecting mental health
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Which is a possible legal consequence of underage drinking?

A
fines
B
loss of friendships
C
decline in overall health
D
poor school performance
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Which type of drug increases the activity of the body’s nervous system?

A
fentanyl
B
motion sickness medication
C
stimulant
D
cough medicine
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When making smart food choices, what question should be asked before deciding to eat at a restaurant?

A
Are the available choices in line with my nutritional goals?
B
Is the restaurant located close to my home?
C
Can available choices be ordered to take home?
D
Does the restaurant have a children’s menu?

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