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Safety and Injury Prevention — Cumulative exam Answers

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Which statement describes an individual who should consult a doctor?

A
Pauly has had cold symptoms for a few days.
B
Sasha recently discovered an armpit lump.
C
Alex has a small cut on his finger that is scabbing over.
D
Maggie has a series of freckles on her arm that has not changed.
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Raj’s friends are trying to get him to smoke cigarettes. Raj knows how bad smoking would be for his health. What type of barrier is Raj facing in this situation?

A
cultural
B
economic
C
educational
D
social
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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 health care problem is more common in rural areas compared to urban areas?

A
less personalized care
B
restrictive insurance plans
C
lack of access to specialists
D
overcrowded hospital conditions
5

Which person would be the most reliable source of information on specific health services?

A
a religious leader
B
a pharmacist
C
a veterinarian
D
a teacher
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Amelie wants to make her home as safe as possible for her family. Which step can best accomplish this?

A
Ensure firearms are loaded.
B
Store medicine on a bottom cabinet shelf.
C
Test to see whether a carbon monoxide detector works.
D
Transfer all chemicals to new, unlabeled containers.
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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 action is a part of good social hygiene?

A
getting plenty of sleep
B
avoiding the sun
C
showering more often
D
organizing a bedroom
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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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Several workers have been injured from slip-and-fall hazards. What can a business do to reduce these injuries?

A
Offer workplace training about cleaning up spills.
B
Issue a newsletter reminding workers about the benefits of the workplace.
C
Change work shifts and schedules for those who are injured.
D
Eliminate activities for all workers who are at risk for falling.
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What makes up a vaccine?

A
red blood cells
B
white blood cells
C
a weakened or dead form of a pathogen
D
a preparation of synthetic dietary supplements
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Which is a social benefit of healthy sleep?

A
less time in the day to fill with activities
B
more immunity to communicable diseases
C
less likely to be combative or cause arguments
D
reduced risk of a heart attack
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Which characteristic is essential to look for in a healthcare provider?

A
The provider has a brand new practice.
B
The provider has no special qualifications.
C
The provider has the appropriate certifications.
D
The provider accepts only premium insurance.
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Which is a method of disease transmittal?

A
getting insects bites
B
using hair dye
C
running barefoot
D
eating chopped foods
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Which is a symptom that is common in people with sickle cell disease?

A
mood disturbances
B
fragile bones
C
stooped posture
D
frequent infections
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Which may cause an individual to hesitate when responding to an injury?

A
fear of only being able to help short-term
B
fear of making the situation worse
C
fear that telling someone might not help
D
fear of what other people may say
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Which health risk may result from tattoos?

A
infection
B
skin cancer
C
hearing loss
D
ringing in the ears
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Which is a symptom that is typical in people who have cancer?

A
resistance to insulin
B
sores that do not heal
C
onset of a gluten allergy
D
sensitivity to alcohol
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Joshua is researching diabetes treatments online. Which criteria indicate that the provider of this information is likely a reliable source? Check all that apply.The provider is on a for-profit website.The provider is on a nonprofit website.The provider is the seller of the product.The provider is on the insurance company’s website.The provider will not profit from the purchase.

A
The provider is on a for-profit website.
B
The provider is on a nonprofit website.
C
The provider is the seller of the product.
D
The provider is on the insurance company’s website.
E
The provider will not profit from the purchase.
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Which government organization is responsible for improving health through access to health services?

A
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
B
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
C
National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)
D
Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA)

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