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Prescription, Nonprescription, and Illegal Drugs — Cumulative exam Answers

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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 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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Rosita wants to have healthy peer relationships. Which action would best help Rosita achieve this goal?

A
treating other people the way she thinks they deserve to be treated
B
treating other people the way she wants to be treated
C
expecting other people to treat her the way she deserves to be treated
D
treating other people the way she feels like treating them in any given moment
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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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Which statement correctly describes the fetal development process?

A
The fetus undergoes the most rapid weight gain during the first trimester.
B
The fetus takes an average of 30 weeks to mature after conception.
C
Fetal organ systems develop at a steady rate throughout pregnancy.
D
To ensure proper growth, a fertilized egg must implant in the wall of the uterus.
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Which scenario most likely requires attention from a mental health professional?

A
Ian feels sad for a few days after a significant event.
B
Lucy feels anxious before a big test and has difficulty sleeping.
C
David feels sad for a long period, even when something good happens.
D
Olivia feels angry at and refuses to speak to a friend who betrayed her.
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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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Which effect are children who receive unconditional love most likely to display?

A
lower anxiety
B
lower resilience
C
decreased empathy
D
less will power
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Which set of symptoms describes the short-term effects of marijuana?

A
anxiety, irritability, and sleep disturbances
B
fast heart rate with extreme alertness and high energy
C
a serious disconnection from reality, also known as a “trip”
D
altered senses with difficulty in thinking and impaired memory
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Which statement identifies a healthy way to improve nutrition in a diet?

A
Purchase groceries on an empty stomach.
B
Decrease activities to lower caloric output.
C
Eat more meals in front of the television or computer.
D
Modify the consumption of foods high in saturated fat.
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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 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
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Which person is an appropriate source of professional mental health help?

A
psychiatrist
B
parent
C
physical education teacher
D
physical therapist
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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 is a social benefit of abstinence?

A
reduced chance of becoming infertile later in life
B
less likely to develop testicular or breast cancer
C
reduced stress about getting STDs
D
opportunities to build emotional relationships before sexual ones
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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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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 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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Michael enjoys his granddaughter’s positive attitude. Which characteristic of a healthy relationship does this describe?

A
showing appreciation
B
sharing ideas together
C
spending time together
D
communicating effectively
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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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