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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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Which measure can best help individuals lessen their chances of acquiring a disease?

A
resting throughout the day
B
washing their hands regularly
C
eating three meals a day
D
washing their clothes in cold water
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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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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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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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How can families best achieve a positive effect on physical health?

A
by taking walks together
B
by going shopping together
C
by attending church together
D
by watching movies together
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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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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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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 positive lifestyle choice can reduce the risk of developing noncommunicable diseases?

A
applying sunscreen
B
using insect repellant
C
washing hands frequently
D
covering the mouth when sneezing
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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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An ad for a weight-loss supplement claims that people who use the supplement will lose 20 pounds in one month. This is based on a study conducted by the company. A statement in the fine print explains that the claims have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).

A
If the supplement has not been evaluated by the FDA, it might not be safe.
B
Claims that are tested by many companies might still be biased.
C
Claims that show the dramatic results of the supplement cannot produce those results.
D
Claims that are tested only by the company selling the supplement are probably false.
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Zak is due for an annual health checkup. Which topic should he discuss with his doctor?

A
his grades at school
B
his aching tooth
C
his difficulty obtaining a job
D
his pain when using the restroom
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Ratosha is thinking about getting a flu shot. Which statement describes a positive influence on her decision-making process?

A
Her school nurse recommends the flu shot.
B
Her parents do not usually get flu shots.
C
Her best friend says that the flu shot made her sick.
D
She reads an article stating that flu shots are ineffective this year.

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