Title: Health Management
Course: Question Banks

Q: According to the USDA Healthy Eating Guidelines, how much of your plate each meal should contain fruits and vegetables?
- one third
- one quarter
- one half
A: one half

Q: If you’re adopting healthy eating habits, you should consume less
- saturated fat, polyunsaturated fat, and soy products.
- frozen food, gluten, and dairy products.
- sodium, saturated fat, and added sugars.
A: sodium, saturated fat, and added sugars.

Q: Eating a healthy diet can reduce your risk of which of the following?
- heart disease
- cancer
- both heart disease and cancer
A: both heart disease and cancer

Q: Which of the following is a whole-grain food?
- kale chips
- pretzels
- brown rice
A: brown rice

Q: Which of the following is a protein?
- brown rice
- salad
- nuts and seeds
A: nuts and seeds

Q: Which of the following is the best strategy for eating a healthy diet while you’re in college?
- Eat at home.
- Stick to diet soft drinks and low-calorie beverages such as coffee and tea.
- Minimize snacking between meals and late at night.
A: Minimize snacking between meals and late at night.

Q: Jamal used to play soccer nearly everyday while in high school, but has stopped exercising as much and is worried about gaining weight. Which advice would most help him?
- Grab a snack from vending machines instead of eating fast food.
- Make sure your plate is filled at the beginning of each meal.
- Replace soft drinks with water or milk.
A: Replace soft drinks with water or milk.

Q: Ebony has spent the day preparing for her midterm exams, and wants a treat to reward her hard work. Which of the following would be the best option for her overall well-being?
- She should grab a snack from the library vending machine and walk around campus while eating it.
- She should stretch quickly at her desk, drink lots of water, and get back to studying as quickly as possible.
- She should enjoy a couple of satsuma oranges while chatting with friends, before returning to a final review session later in the day.
A: She should enjoy a couple of satsuma oranges while chatting with friends, before returning to a final review session later in the day.

Q: How much exercise each week is typically recommended for adults?
- 75 minutes of moderate aerobic activity or 150 minutes of vigorous activity
- 200 minutes of a combination of vigorous and moderate physical activity
- 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity or 150 minutes of moderate activity
A: 75 minutes of vigorous aerobic activity or 150 minutes of moderate activity

Q: Which of the following is an example of aerobic activity?
- pilates
- weightlifting
- swimming
A: swimming

Q: Which of the following is the best tip to increase your exercise through a normal day?
- Do a push-up between each bite at meal-time.
- Make your bed every day.
- Choose the stairs instead of the elevator.
A: Choose the stairs instead of the elevator.

Q: Which group of people has the lowest mortality rate?
- those with moderate fitness levels who drink or smoke
- those with low fitness levels
- those with moderate fitness levels who don’t drink or smoke
A: those with moderate fitness levels who don’t drink or smoke

Q: Western-style diets that are rich in sugar and fat are directly correlated with the rise of
- type 1 diabetes.
- cancer
- type 2 diabetes.
A: type 2 diabetes.

Q: Why is resistance training, with weights or using your own body, important?
- It is faster than aerobic exercise and brings greater results.
- It helps reduce the stiffness and loss of balance that accompanies aging.
- It builds more muscle mass and bone density than aerobic exercise.
A: It builds more muscle mass and bone density than aerobic exercise.

Q: On average, how much sleep do adults need each night?
- 5-6 hours
- 9-10 hours
- 7-8 hours
A: 7-8 hours

Q: Which of the following could be a sign of sleep deprivation?
- You often wake up 4 or more times each night.
- You move through the sleep cycles more times each night that the average person.
- You routinely fall asleep within 5 minutes of laying down.
A: You routinely fall asleep within 5 minutes of laying down.

Q: Caffeine and other stimulants
- are effective in overcoming sleep deprivation while driving.
- should never be consumed when tired.
- are not strong enough to overcome sleep deprivation behind the wheel.
A: are not strong enough to overcome sleep deprivation behind the wheel.

Q: The National Sleep Foundation says which of the following are clear signs that you are too tired to drive?
- Your vision gets blurry, you begin to sing the same song on repeat in your head, and your legs start to cramp.
- You want to close your eyes, you feel especially thirsty, and you can’t remember the last sign you passed.
- You have trouble keeping focused, you keep yawning, and can’t remember driving the last few miles.
A: You have trouble keeping focused, you keep yawning, and can’t remember driving the last few miles.

Q: Which of the following is a tip to help you get to sleep, stay asleep, and wake up feeling well rested?
- Go to bed at sundown.
- Lie in bed even if you can’t fall asleep.
- Put away homework and devices with screens 30 minutes before bed.
A: Put away homework and devices with screens 30 minutes before bed.

Q: Which of the following is wise to avoid just before bed?
- reading for entertainment
- eating or drinking
- caffeine, nicotine, or alcohol
A: caffeine, nicotine, or alcohol

Q: If you are having a hard time sleeping at night, doctors recommend
- going to bed with the sun.
- avoiding lights of any kind in your bedroom.
- waking up with the sun.
A: waking up with the sun.

Q: Doctors recommend ________ exposure to morning sunlight if you have a hard time sleeping at night.
- avoiding
- 15-20 minutes of
- 1 hour of
A: 1 hour of

Q: What are drugs of abuse?
- Drugs that people can use to block out unwanted emotions or experiences.
- Drugs that change how your body or mind works.
- Drugs that people can use to get high or alter how they feel.
A: Drugs that people can use to get high or alter how they feel.

Q: Which of the following is a common reason a person might abuse drugs?
- They feel like they have to in order to be accepted.
- They want to escape reality.
- They like the good feeling it gives them.
A: They like the good feeling it gives them.

Q: What are problems caused by cigarettes and tobacco?
- liver problems, heart issues, abnormal pregnancies, or addiction
- kidney failure, high blood pressure, or cancer
- lung disease, heart problems, low birth rate for pregnancies, or addiction
A: lung disease, heart problems, low birth rate for pregnancies, or addiction

Q: Smoking cigarettes or chewing tobacco may lead to
- liver problems, heart issues, abnormal pregnancies, or addiction.
- kidney failure, high blood pressure, or cancer.
- lung disease, heart problems, premature babies, or addiction.
A: lung disease, heart problems, premature babies, or addiction.

Q: Consuming alcohol is most likely to cause
- a person’s popularity to rise.
- a greater ability for critical thinking.
- a person to feel silly, angry, or sad for no reason.
A: a person to feel silly, angry, or sad for no reason.

Q: Which of the following is a way that alcohol affects the body?
- It causes stomach problems.
- It strengthens your immune system.
- It interferes with the brain’s communication pathways.
A: It interferes with the brain’s communication pathways.

Q: What is considered a moderate amount of drinking, according to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans?
- 20 oz. or less of alcohol per day
- 2 drinks per day for women and up to three drinks for men
- 1 drink per day for women and up to two drinks for men
A: 1 drink per day for women and up to two drinks for men

Q: Marijuana use causes
- an increased heart rate.
- improved respiration.
- impaired memory.
A: impaired memory.

Q: Which of the following is a likely result of using cocaine?
- increased appetite
- lower blood pressure
- stomach pains and headaches
A: stomach pains and headaches

Q: Because it is hard to tell how strong it is until it is used, people sometimes dangerously overdose on which of the following drugs?
- marijuana
- cocaine
- heroin
A: heroin

Q: Which of the following is a result caused by methamphetamine use?
- lower body temperature
- healthy glow to skin
- mouth sores
A: mouth sores

Q: Which of the following is a problem caused by meth use?
- decreased heart rate
- gaining weight
- broken and rotting teeth
A: broken and rotting teeth

Q: ________ is as potentially dangerous as “street drugs” like heroin and cocaine.
- Alcohol
- Marijuana
- Oxycodone
A: Oxycodone

Q: The first ________ of a school term are a potentially critical and vulnerable time for first-year college students, when it comes to potential substance abuse.
- two weeks
- three days
- six weeks
A: six weeks

Q: Which is the best place to go if you are concerned about your drug or alcohol abuse or need help quitting?
- Facebook
- your professor
- your school’s counselor
A: your school’s counselor

Q: Who can potentially become addicted to drugs?
- 15-25% of the population
- 45-55% of the population
- 100% of the population
A: 100% of the population

Q: Which of the following is true of stress?
- Mild stress is very rare for young adults.
- Prolonged stress and depression are normal for U.S. adults.
- Stress can be a good thing.
A: Stress can be a good thing.

Q: Chronic stress
- can improve sleep habits.
- can lead to improvements in memory and cognition.
- can impair immune system and your concentration.
A: can impair immune system and your concentration.

Q: Which of the following is a common symptom of stress?
- decreased heart rate
- a feeling of confidence
- fear and anxiety
A: fear and anxiety

Q: Which of the following is a recommended way to combat stress?
- Drop out of clubs or extracurricular activities.
- Leave your schedule open and unpredictable.
- Take proper physical care of yourself.
A: Take proper physical care of yourself.

Q: Felicia feels the pressure of midterms and work responsibilities stressing her out and wants to decrease the stress in her life. What should she do?
- Avoid talking to close friends or family members.
- Drop out of clubs or extracurricular activities.
- Eat a healthy diet and exercise.
A: Eat a healthy diet and exercise.

Q: Theo has a lot going on in his life right now. He just got engaged, is applying to jobs, and needs to maintain his G.P.A. What should he do to be less stressed?
- Smoke to relieve tension.
- Avoid talking to close friends or family members.
- Make a schedule and manage his time.
A: Make a schedule and manage his time.

Q: Gwen has midterms approaching, a work deadline, an unpleasant roommate situation, and a new boyfriend. She is feeling stressed about managing all of her activities successfully. What is good advice for Gwen?
- Isolate yourself socially.
- Don’t waste precious time on relaxation or mediation.
- Get plenty of sleep and exercise.
A: Get plenty of sleep and exercise.

Q: Tamako runs for the track team at her school and has her first meet coming up in two weeks, which also happens to be the same week that 3 major papers are due. She is feeling stressed about managing all of her activities successfully. What is good advice for Tamako?
- Isolate yourself socially.
- Don’t waste precious time on relaxation or mediation.
- Find time to connect with friends and classmates.
A: Find time to connect with friends and classmates.

Q: A person with good mental health will realize his or her own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, and
- can maintain a happy countenance.
- can see the good in every situation.
- can work productively and fruitfully.
A: can work productively and fruitfully.

Q: Which of the following is a key indicator of mental health?
- physical health
- a high GPA
- emotional well-being
A: emotional well-being

Q: What is “mental illness”?
- A condition characterized by strange or unusual behavior that often presents itself as danger to oneself or society.
- A type of disorder in which a person’s emotional well-being shifts to a state of emotional distress.
- A condition marked by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior associated with impaired functioning.
A: A condition marked by alterations in thinking, mood, or behavior associated with impaired functioning.

Q: In order to be diagnosed with depression, a person must demonstrate feelings of sadness, hopelessness, or other characteristic symptoms for at least
- 3 days.
- 7 days.
- 2 weeks.
A: 2 weeks.

Q: What are common signs of depression?
- excessive cleaning, excessive exercise, feelings of panic, and feelings of euphoria
- anger, doubt, resentment, and feelings of disorganization
- moving slowly, difficulty sleeping, feelings of pessimism. aches and pains
A: moving slowly, difficulty sleeping, feelings of pessimism. aches and pains

Q: All of the following are true statements regarding depression EXCEPT
- it is treatable.
- biological and psychological factors play a role in depression.
- it is most commonly appears between ages 30-40.
A: it is most commonly appears between ages 30-40.

Q: Which of the following is NOT true about eating disorders?
- An eating disorder is a mental illness.
- Eating disorders can be life-threatening.
- Eating disorders generally clear up without treatment.
A: Eating disorders generally clear up without treatment.

Q: Someone who eats a large amount of food two more more times a week and then throws it up afterwards would probably be diagnosed with
- anorexia nervosa.
- binge eating disorder.
- bulimia nervosa.
A: bulimia nervosa.

Q: In order for a person to be classified with an anxiety disorder, he or she must have an altered way a life because of the anxiety, an inappropriate response to a situation, and
- a tendency for organization and order.
- an inability to manage his or her emotions.
- an inability to control the response.
A: an inability to control the response.

Q: Jake thinks he might have an anxiety disorder and decides to see his doctor. He recognizes in himself the three common symptoms: he has an altered way a life because of the anxiety, he responds inappropriately to some situations, and
- has a tendency for organization and order.
- has an inability to manage his emotions.
- is unable to control the response.
A: is unable to control the response.

Q: Ichiro has a hard time finishing his homework because he can’t stop thinking about how dirty his hands feel. He knows they are clean from when he washed them just a few minutes ago, but he feels that he needs to wash them again just to be sure. If this pattern of behavior becomes disruptive to Ichiro’s normal life, he could eventually be diagnosed with
- a panic disorder.
- PTSD.
- OCD.
A: OCD.

Q: Which of the following is NOT true of PTSD?
- It is considered a mental illness.
- It typically happens after a traumatic event.
- It only occurs in adults.
A: It only occurs in adults.

Q: ________ is/are the second leading cause of death among 15-24 year-olds.
- Car accidents
- Heart problems
- Suicide
A: Suicide

Q: The second leading cause of death among 15-24 year-olds is/are
- car accidents.
- homicide.
- suicide.
A: suicide.

Q: Blake was talking to you about how he has no reason to live and would be better off killing himself. Which is the best course of action for you to take?
- Talk to him about it and call him in the morning to check on him.
- Talk it through and let him know that you are there to help.
- Get help as soon as possible.
A: Get help as soon as possible.

Q: If a friend talks about killing himself, being a burden to others, feeling trapped, or displays extreme mood swings, you should
- brush it off as typical college behavior.
- talk to him about it and tell him not to think or act that way.
- get help as soon as possible, as he may be suicidal.
A: get help as soon as possible, as he may be suicidal.

Q: Brandon was talking to you at a party about feeling like he’s a burden to others, and feeling trapped and hopeless. You should
- brush it off as typical college behavior.
- talk to him about it and tell him not to think or act that way.
- get help as soon as possible, as he may be suicidal.
A: get help as soon as possible, as he may be suicidal.

Q: Young people are at greater risk of getting a sexually transmitted disease (STD) for several reasons, including the fact that
- many young people are too open with their doctors, nurses, or sexual partners about their sex lives.
- young people are promiscuous.
- young women’s bodies are biologically more susceptible to STDs.
A: young women’s bodies are biologically more susceptible to STDs.

Q: Practicing abstinence or using a condom during sex is the best way to avoid getting a sexually transmitted disease (STD) because
- some STDs can cause pregnancy problems or cancer.
- most STDs have no cure.
- many STDs initially have no symptoms, so you can’t tell who is infected by appearance only.
A: many STDs initially have no symptoms, so you can’t tell who is infected by appearance only.

Q: Which of the following is the best definition of “mutual monogamy”?
- You and your partner agree to have sexual contact only when you both give consent.
- You and your partner agree to wait to have sexual contact until after marriage.
- You and your partner agree to only have sexual contact with each other.
A: You and your partner agree to only have sexual contact with each other.

Q: If you drink too much alcohol at a party and then become a victim of sexual assault, which of the following is true?
- You won’t be able to collect any physical evidence of the crime.
- You are at fault for being assaulted, since you put yourself at risk.
- It may be hard to remember exactly what happened during the assault.
A: It may be hard to remember exactly what happened during the assault.

Q: Which is a common method for someone to slip a “club drug” like Rohypnol, GHB, or Ketamine to a person they intend to sexually assault?
- A small patch with the drug inside is placed on the body.
- The drug gets injected by a small syringe.
- A pill or powder form of the drug dissolves into a drink.
A: A pill or powder form of the drug dissolves into a drink.

Q: Approximately ________ of rapes are committed by someone known to the victim.
- 50%
- 65%
- 80%
A: 80%

Q: The Clery Act requires that colleges keep a crime log and
- publish crime reports in the campus newspaper.
- publish monthly fire-safety reports.
- have emergency notification and evacuation procedures.
A: have emergency notification and evacuation procedures.

Q: ________ describes your awareness of hazards and your alertness to potential danger.
- Criminal mindfulness
- Guarded cognizance
- Safety consciousness
A: Safety consciousness

Q: The top three types of criminal activity that occur on college campuses are burglaries, motor vehicle thefts, and
- armed robberies.
- arson.
- forcible sex offenses.
A: forcible sex offenses.

Q: The top three types of criminal activity that occur on college campuses are motor vehicle thefts, forcible sex offenses, and
- armed robberies.
- plagiarism.
- burglaries.
A: burglaries.

Q: Which of the following is an effective tip for staying safe while walking, driving, or traveling around campus?
- Travel alone.
- Walk slowly and linger often.
- Call someone when you get home from campus.
A: Call someone when you get home from campus.

Q: One in ________ college women will be sexually assaulted during their college career.
- two
- four
- five
A: five

Q: What percentage of college women will be sexually assaulted during their college career?
- 40%
- 50%
- 20%
A: 20%

Q: Juliet is worried about her brand new laptop getting stolen. Which is a recommended tip for keeping her things safe on campus?
- She should keep her belongings on her person at all times.
- She should be trusting of the people around her.
- She should get a locking device for her laptop.
A: She should get a locking device for her laptop.