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Safety and Injury Prevention — Unit test Answers

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Rachel cut herself and is bleeding heavily. How should she responsibly handle her injury?

A
She may be seriously injured and should call 911 to get help.
B
Try tending to the injury herself.
C
Conceal the injury unless it gets worse.
D
Reach out to peers to help treat the injury.
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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
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Marlene is reading about long-term consequences after getting severe injuries from sunbathing. Which consequence did she notice? Which is a consequence of a long-term injury?

A
having pain and discomfort
B
missing classes at school
C
having ongoing medical treatment
D
missing social opportunities
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Why is it important to be honest and straightforward with doctors?

A
so they can bill for the visit appropriately
B
so they can inform a patient’s parents correctly
C
so they will be able to discuss the case with other people
D
so they know what medications are safe and unsafe to prescribe
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Marina went to the doctor for stomach pain, diarrhea, and fever. She was diagnosed with food poisoning caused by salmonella. Several other students at her school also have gotten food poisoning from the same strain of salmonella.Who will most likely investigate this potential outbreak?

A
local physicians
B
local restaurant owners
C
the National Restaurant Association
D
the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
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Which medical issue requires a medical specialist?

A
minor cuts and bruises
B
pregnancy test
C
cancer diagnosis
D
blood pressure check
7

How does a weight loss club effectively improve community health?

A
It requires members to lose a specific amount of weight.
B
It provides information and support for members to reach their goals.
C
It allows only those who are serious about making health improvements.
D
It makes other people feel bad that they are not making health changes.
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Which hygiene practice has both social and health benefits?

A
coloring hair
B
brushing teeth
C
wearing deodorant
D
disposing of toxins
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Which scenario involves an individual who should seek medical advice?

A
Joel has abnormal drainage from his ears.
B
Drew feels exhausted after a long work week.
C
Jacob has a stomachache after eating Thanksgiving dinner.
D
Nick developed a headache while staring at the computer for hours.
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Alicia is thinking of getting her tongue pierced. Which health risk should she keep in mind?

A
hearing loss
B
scarring
C
skin cancer
D
dizziness
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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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Aiden is aware of the causes of type 2 diabetes. What can he do to help decrease his likelihood of developing the disease?

A
drink more coffee
B
read more books
C
eat more vegetables
D
play more board games
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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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Since Chloe’s family has a history of heart disease, Chloe decides to research heart disease on the Internet.Which statement describes an unreliable website?

A
The author has several degrees from accredited universities.
B
The page shares personal information with other agencies.
C
The date indicates that the information is current.
D
The organization is nonprofit and provides information on heart disease.
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Why is it important to obtain medical screenings?

A
to detect disease
B
to find cures for disease
C
to use medical insurance coverage
D
to determine the risk of passing a disease to others
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A teen starts keeping a regular sleep schedule and gets an adequate amount of sleep. Which result is the teen most likely to experience?

A
being more creative
B
developing more intelligence
C
retaining less from class
D
having a lower immunity to disease
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Which activity helps maintain health and prevent injuries?

A
practicing good hygiene
B
visiting the doctor only when sick
C
eating one meal a day
D
pushing the limits when exercising
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Which community benefits most from a community health program?

A
one with many men
B
one with few grocery stores
C
one with few homeless people
D
one with many migrant workers
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Which information should be verified to ensure that a source of information about healthcare products and services is authentic and reliable?

A
The source is current.
B
The source promises a miracle.
C
The source is supported by opinions.
D
The source has a catchy phrase.
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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

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