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Nutrition and Health — Unit test Answers

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Which friend is experiencing an internal barrier to physical fitness?

A
Mark lacks access to fitness equipment.
B
Tyler has trouble finding a safe area to work out.
C
Talia puts in only 50 percent of effort during her workout.
D
Clark’s parents fail to support his desire to work out.
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Which behavior would most likely have a positive influence on body image?

A
checking body weight daily
B
following current dietary fads on social media
C
defining body image through magazines and television
D
using consistent routines for health and beauty
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Sheri often has colds. Which behavior can Sheri include in her life to boost her immune system?

A
quitting smoking
B
avoiding the sun
C
drinking more orange soda
D
sleeping less each night
4

Sam is about to perform the Heimlich maneuver on a choking woman. He stands behind her and has her sit on a chair in front of him.Is this the correct position for the woman?

A
No, she should be standing.
B
No, she should be lying down.
C
No, she should be sitting on Sam’s right side.
D
No, she should be sitting on Sam’s left side.
5

What should countries across the world limit to prevent the spread of malaria?

A
food that is undercooked
B
bites from infected insects
C
contact with infected birds
D
contaminated drinking water
6

Which of these is a fact about performing-enhancing drugs?

A
Steroids lack addictive properties.
B
Steroid use can cause dangerous side effects.
C
It is safe to use steroids when working out.
D
A person can never get into legal trouble for using steroids.
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Which is an example of the consequences of unhealthy eating?

A
An adult female prevents bone loss by eating adequate amounts of vitamins and minerals.
B
An active young adult is placed on medication to treat a sprained ankle.
C
An obese young adult has been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes.
D
An adult male has surgery to treat a disease that his parent passed on to him.
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Which activity can help teens serve as role models for younger siblings in the area of healthy nutrition?

A
Run two miles every day.
B
Drink water instead of soda.
C
Sleep eight hours every night.
D
Spend time outdoors when possible.
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A doctor confirms that a patient is overweight after performing multiple tests and calculating the patient’s body mass index (BMI). Which strategy will the doctor most likely recommend to help the patient reduce his weight in a healthy way?

A
Follow a workout plan if there is extra time in the day.
B
Eat one serving of fruit each week.
C
Follow a diet that increases food consumption.
D
Join a weight-loss support group.
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Which disease is caused by the body's immune system attacking healthy cells?

A
lupus
B
cancer
C
sickle cell disease
D
cardiovascular disease
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Which personal goal should Abigail incorporate into her plan for healthy eating?

A
Exercise and eat a well-balanced diet only when she wants.
B
Look for food options with a large amount of refined grains.
C
Eliminate foods high in protein from her diet.
D
Increase intake of foods rich in soluble and insoluble fiber.
15

Which is one method for detecting cancer?

A
receiving radiation
B
taking chemotherapy
C
doing proper self-exams
D
getting surgery
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How do nutritional needs change over time?

A
The number of calories needed increases throughout a person’s lifetime.
B
The number of calories needed increases from infancy to young adulthood.
C
The number of calories needed increases from young adulthood until old age.
D
The number of calories needed remains the same from young adulthood throughout old age.
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Yosef has a neighbor who is pregnant and nutritionally at risk. She has dropped out of school and lost her job. Which program should Yosef recommend to his neighbor?

A
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
B
Boys & Girls Club programs
C
National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
D
Summer Food Service Program (SFSP)
18

Why do AED pads need to be placed one inch away from jewelry or pacemakers?

A
The metals will melt and spread in the body if the AED is placed closer.
B
The metals will heat up and cause skin burns if the AED is placed closer.
C
Electricity cannot travel through metals if the AED is placed closer.
D
Electricity will make the heart beat faster if the AED is placed closer.
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Which is one method that should be implemented in a safe workout plan?

A
learn how to warm up
B
push through any bodily symptoms
C
work out through minor muscle strain
D
perform a cardio workout when the road is slightly damp

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