First Aid — Cumulative exam Answers

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Which is one way that alcohol affects driving?

A
Alcohol impairs motor skills.
B
Alcohol improves decision-making.
C
Alcohol increases normal brain function.
D
Alcohol speeds up the nervous system.
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Which is a characteristic of an upstander?

A
action-oriented
B
passive
C
cowardly
D
quiet
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How does the endocrine system affect the body’s functions?

A
It secretes enzymes directly into the bloodstream.
B
It secretes hormones directly into the bloodstream.
C
It secretes enzymes through ducts to the surface of organs.
D
It secretes hormones through ducts to the surface of organs.
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Bipolar disorder and depression are considered what type of mental health disorder?

A
mood
B
anxiety
C
personality
D
trauma-related
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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 statement supports the idea that waiting to become a parent is advantageous?

A
Teen parents are 11 percent more likely to divorce than older parents.
B
About 40 percent of married parenting relationships have one stepparent.
C
Marital satisfaction is 50 percent lower for new parents than for nonparents.
D
The divorce rate for parents is 40 percent lower than divorce rates for nonparents.
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Mika’s friends are always eating food from his lunch, and he rarely gets enough to eat. What can Mika do to set healthy boundaries with his friends?

A
ignore it
B
buy more food from the vending machine
C
take food from other peoples’ lunches
D
ask his friends to swap food rather than just eating his food
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Which is a major factor in determining what decisions to make when seeking help for domestic violence?

A
how financially stable the couple is
B
how much the abuser loves the victim
C
how much the victim loves the abuser
D
how do the decisions affect the safety of the victim
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Which is a physical benefit of practicing abstinence?

A
eliminates risk of pregnancy
B
less use of illegal substances
C
more opportunities for emotional relationships
D
greater likelihood of graduating from high school
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Which statement describes a personal pressure that is commonly associated with tobacco or nicotine use?

A
Children have parents who smoke.
B
Laws regulate the sale and distribution of tobacco.
C
Celebrities use tobacco products in the media.
D
Tobacco is recognized as a good stress reliever.
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Which sexually transmitted infection (STI) has no cure?

A
trichomoniasis
B
syphilis
C
herpes
D
chlamydia
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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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How can a driver best determine the safest speed to drive?

A
drive the posted speed limit
B
drive the speed necessary to arrive on time
C
drive at a speed that is based on the current road conditions
D
drive at a speed that is much lower than the posted speed limit
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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 characteristic applies to mentally healthy people?

A
accept life’s disappointments
B
feel uncertain about themselves
C
let their emotions drive their decisions
D
cannot laugh at themselves or with others
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Which dietary change would be best for a woman who is expecting her first child?

A
increasing legumes and soy products
B
increasing calories and carbohydrates
C
increasing iron-rich foods and vitamin supplements
D
increasing water and foods with vitamins D and B12
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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 best defines the different forms of sexual harassment?

A
any forced sexual activity, including rape
B
any remark, behavior, or touch that signals a welcomed attraction
C
any unwanted remark, behavior, or touch that is sexual in nature
D
any unwanted behavior that will not affect the victim emotionally, but physically
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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 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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