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Nicholas’s parents have not visited a physician for a few years. Which statement accurately explains why his parents should get a medical exam?

A
Medical exams are always free of charge.
B
Medical exams can help people live longer lives.
C
Medical exams are mandatory for all employment.
D
Medical exams prevent people from ever becoming ill.
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Susan performs a breast self-exam each month. Which change might warrant a trip to a doctor for further testing?

A
losing fullness in breasts after weight loss
B
having occasional tenderness in breasts
C
experiencing occasional changes in breast size
D
feeling irregularities on the surface of the breast
4

Which describes the typical procedure during a dental cleaning?

A
scale—polish—floss
B
floss—scale—polish
C
polish—floss—scale
D
floss—polish—scale
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Jacque felt an unusual lump in his testicle. Which statement describes the most effective way for Jacque to talk to his parents?

A
Jacque should look it up on the Internet instead of asking his parents.
B
Jacque should be direct and explain what he is concerned about using “I” messages.
C
Jacque should avoid telling his parents and wait until his yearly physical in eight months.
D
Jacque should make up a story about a “friend’s” similar health concern and tell his parents.
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Anthony is going to his doctor to discuss a specific concern. While speaking with his doctor, what should he make sure to do?

A
He should respond to the doctor’s questions with brief answers.
B
He should not disclose information about drugs that he uses.
C
He should remember that what he shares with his doctor is private.
D
He should speak about his one specific concern and no other medical issues.

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