Question 1

Which of the following best describes the difference between 'life expectancy' and 'life span'?

Accepted Answer

Life expectancy is the average number of years a person is statistically expected to live, while life span is the maximum number of years a person could theoretically live.

Question 2

A person who lost a leg after a catastrophic accident can never reach a peak level of health. Which statement is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

False; wellness is the peak level of health attainable based on current physical constraints.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT a modifiable determinant of health?

Accepted Answer

A dad gets flu from his son, who picked up that flu from his daycare.

Question 4

Which dimension of wellness is most directly involved when someone starts a recycling business to improve their neighborhood?

Accepted Answer

Environmental wellness

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a significant factor in influencing someone’s life expectancy?

Accepted Answer

Hair color

Question 6

A 24-year-old individual, Alice, drinks untreated stream water while hiking and later develops gastrointestinal symptoms. Which is the most likely contributor to her health dilemma?

Accepted Answer

E. Coli

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT an example of a nonmodifiable determinant of health?

Accepted Answer

Charlotte has a poor attention span in class because she uses her phone a lot and doesn’t sleep well.

Question 8

Which of the following best illustrates the 'perceived susceptibility' factor in the Health Belief Model?

Accepted Answer

Believing that skin cancer is a disease of older individuals and not a personal risk.

Question 9

Which of the following is an example of both a modifiable and social determinant of health?

Accepted Answer

To remain close to friends, Oliver lives in an unsafe neighborhood, although he is able to afford living elsewhere.

Question 10

Which of the following modifications would make Amara’s goal to 'exercise more' align with SMART goals criteria?

Accepted Answer

I will attend an hour strength training session 3 times a week for the next 2 months.

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT a key strategy for successful behavior change?

Accepted Answer

Seeking social environments that reinforce the behavior you are trying to break, as exposure can increase motivation.

Question 12

Which stage of the Transtheoretical Model is characterized by an individual working to sustain the changes they made and prevent relapses?

Accepted Answer

Maintenance

Question 13

How do the Health Belief Model and Transtheoretical Model differ in their approach to behavior change?

Accepted Answer

HBM assesses perceived threats and benefits, whereas the Transtheoretical Model outlines the stages of change individuals experience.

Question 14

Which of the following would be least effective in strengthening the national health of a country?

Accepted Answer

Streamline health policies to develop one protocol or initiative for all citizens regardless of social and economic status.

Question 15

Which of the following is NOT an example of a policy that affects public health?

Accepted Answer

Article 1, Section 9, Clause 5 of US Constitution prohibits laying taxes and duties on export from any state.

Question 16

Which of the following statements about chronic and infectious diseases is correct?

Accepted Answer

Chronic diseases may require continuous medical attention, while infectious diseases are caused by pathogens.

Question 17

Which of the following best describes a SMART goal?

Accepted Answer

A goal that is specific, measurable, attainable, realistic, and time-bound.

Question 18

Which of the following is a nonmodifiable determinant of health?

Accepted Answer

Family history of hypertension

Question 19

Which of the following is a key benefit of having a healthy population at the national level?

Accepted Answer

It provides a workforce that can boost productivity, creativity, and innovation.

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