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Nutrition and Health — Unit test Answers

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What do effective treatment options provide?

A
medical care
B
overnight cures
C
one therapy for all ages
D
a focus on drinking moderately
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Which would provide access to programs like Alcoholics Anonymous?

A
medically managed treatment
B
recovery support services
C
intensive outpatient treatment
D
residential treatment facility
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Which is a direct benefit of prohibiting nicotine and tobacco use in schools?

A
an increase in student enrollment
B
the prevention of second-hand smoke
C
an increase in participation in sports
D
a decrease in the sale of e-cigarettes
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Which is a possible impact of alcohol use on the community?

A
risk of stroke
B
loss of friendships
C
depression
D
injuries to other drivers
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Who would most likely develop an alcohol addiction in adulthood?

A
a teen who uses alcohol to cope with family problems
B
a teen who has a drink with friends at a birthday party
C
a young adult who drinks once a week after work with friends
D
a young adult who serves as the designated driver for parties
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Which is one purpose of creating federal laws and policies for tobacco use?

A
to help people stop using tobacco products
B
to implement health events aimed at fighting tobacco use
C
to monitor the trends in tobacco use across demographics
D
to reduce the amount of money spent on tobacco products
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Sophia’s doctor suspects she’s been using marijuana for a long period of time. Which set of symptoms best describes what Sophia’s doctor observes?

A
Sophia exhibits impaired memory and learning.
B
Sophia is hoarse and malnourished with nosebleeds.
C
Sophia complains of itching, nausea, and a racing heart.
D
Sophia has severe dental problems, anxiety, and a sleep disorder.
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Which drug is the most commonly used drug among teens?

A
ecstasy
B
inhalants
C
marijuana
D
methamphetamines
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Which is a sign of alcohol overdose?

A
normal speech
B
heavy snoring
C
mild fever
D
slow, irregular breathing
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Which statement describes tobacco?

A
It is classified as an addictive drug.
B
It decreases heart rate and blood pressure.
C
There is a low risk of developing stroke.
D
It causes the level of dopamine in the brain to decrease.
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Which symptom describes a short-term effect of using methamphetamines?

A
alertness
B
slow heart rate
C
anxiety
D
sleeping disorders
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Which drug is an illegal stimulant?

A
motion sickness medication
B
cocaine
C
cold medicine
D
cough syrup
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Which symptom is a short-term effect of tobacco use?

A
a buildup of tooth decay
B
a large mass on a lung lobe
C
an increase in glucose levels
D
a decrease in breathing rate
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Which substance might lead to potentially dangerous addictions if abused?

A
herbal remedies
B
vitamins
C
mineral supplements
D
over-the-counter medications
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What is a social consequence of using tobacco?

A
a punishment for violating federal laws
B
the alteration of brain function from use
C
a deterioration in mental health over time
D
the financial cost of fueling the addiction
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Rachel has successfully avoided all temptations to drink alcohol throughout high school. What would be Rachel’s best option for continuing the healthy lifestyle?

A
increase sugar intake to curb alcohol cravings
B
don’t go to bars or socialize
C
isolate herself from family members to reduce temptation
D
reward herself for sticking to her goals

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