Question 1

Increased physical activity may reduce one's HDL levels.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Late onset of menstruation and early onset of menopause are risk factors for breast cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Steps to prevent skin cancer include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun. 
B) using tanning salons instead of sunbathing. 
C) avoiding sunburns. 
D) using sunscreens and protective clothing. 
A) avoiding prolonged exposure to the sun. 
B) using tanning salons instead of sunbathing. 
C) avoiding sunburns. 
D) using sunscreens and protective clothing.

Question 4

There is a link between human papillomavirus (HPV)infection and ovarian cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Which of the following is associated with metabolic syndrome?

Accepted Answer

A) high HDL 
B) insulin resistance 
C) low blood pressure 
D) low triglycerides 
A) high HDL 
B) insulin resistance 
C) low blood pressure 
D) low triglycerides

Question 6

A test that uses a computer to construct a picture of the brain using X ray images is

Accepted Answer

A) an angiogram. 
B) radionuclide imaging. 
C) a CT scan. 
D) an MRI scan. 
A) an angiogram. 
B) radionuclide imaging. 
C) a CT scan. 
D) an MRI scan.

Question 7

When a coronary artery becomes blocked,the result is

Accepted Answer

A) a heart attack. 
B) angina. 
C) arrhythmia. 
D) an obstructive embolism. 
A) a heart attack. 
B) angina. 
C) arrhythmia. 
D) an obstructive embolism.

Question 8

Which of the following statements regarding testicle self-examination is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A) It is best performed following a bath or shower. 
B) It should be done monthly. 
C) It should be performed using a gentle rolling motion. 
D) It is recommended only if the man is sexually active. 
A) It is best performed following a bath or shower. 
B) It should be done monthly. 
C) It should be performed using a gentle rolling motion. 
D) It is recommended only if the man is sexually active.

Question 9

Age is the strongest predictor of risk for prostate cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

Choose one of the common cancers described in your text.Briefly describe the cancer,its risk factors,signs/symptoms,and treatment.List at least three lifestyle strategies for prevention.

Accepted Answer

One of the common cancers described in t

Question 11

Which of the following statements about rheumatic fever is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

A) It affects mostly older adults. 
B) It is a leading cause of heart failure worldwide. 
C) It permanently damages the liver. 
D) It occurs because of untreated diabetes. 
A) It affects mostly older adults. 
B) It is a leading cause of heart failure worldwide. 
C) It permanently damages the liver. 
D) It occurs because of untreated diabetes.

Question 12

Hepatitis viruses B and C together cause most of the world's cases of liver cancer.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 13

Treatment for congestive heart failure may include all of the following EXCEPT

Accepted Answer

A) reducing the workload of the heart. 
B) increasing salt intake. 
C) taking drugs that eliminate excess body fluid. 
D) undergoing a heart transplant. 
A) reducing the workload of the heart. 
B) increasing salt intake. 
C) taking drugs that eliminate excess body fluid. 
D) undergoing a heart transplant.

Question 14

Lymphoma is cancer of the lymph nodes,part of the body's

Accepted Answer

A) blood-forming cells. 
B) gastrointestinal tract. 
C) connective and fibrous tissues. 
D) infection-fighting system. 
A) blood-forming cells. 
B) gastrointestinal tract. 
C) connective and fibrous tissues. 
D) infection-fighting system.

Question 15

A common surgical treatment for heart disease is an angiogram.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Exercise alters blood fat levels by

Accepted Answer

A) raising LDL levels. 
B) lowering LDL levels. 
C) raising HDL levels. 
D) lowering HDL levels. 
A) raising LDL levels. 
B) lowering LDL levels. 
C) raising HDL levels. 
D) lowering HDL levels.

Question 17

A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is cut off.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which of the following combinations would place someone at greatest risk for cardiovascular disease?

Accepted Answer

A) low HDL and low LDL 
B) high HDL and high LDL 
C) low HDL and high LDL 
D) high HDL and low LDL 
A) low HDL and low LDL 
B) high HDL and high LDL 
C) low HDL and high LDL 
D) high HDL and low LDL

Question 19

Risk factors for oral cancer include

Accepted Answer

A) cigarette and cigar smoking. 
B) excess alcohol consumption. 
C) use of spit tobacco. 
D) all of these. 
A) cigarette and cigar smoking. 
B) excess alcohol consumption. 
C) use of spit tobacco. 
D) all of these.

Question 20

The most common cause of cancer death in the United States is

Accepted Answer

A) breast cancer. 
B) colon and rectal cancer. 
C) prostate cancer. 
D) lung cancer. 
A) breast cancer. 
B) colon and rectal cancer. 
C) prostate cancer. 
D) lung cancer.

Increased physical activity may reduce one's HDL levels.

Late onset of menstruation and early onset of menopause are risk factors for breast cancer.

Steps to prevent skin cancer include all of the following EXCEPT

There is a link between human papillomavirus (HPV)infection and ovarian cancer.

Which of the following is associated with metabolic syndrome?

A test that uses a computer to construct a picture of the brain using X ray images is

When a coronary artery becomes blocked,the result is

Which of the following statements regarding testicle self-examination is FALSE?

Age is the strongest predictor of risk for prostate cancer.

Choose one of the common cancers described in your text.Briefly describe the cancer,its risk factors,signs/symptoms,and treatment.List at least three lifestyle strategies for prevention.

Which of the following statements about rheumatic fever is TRUE?

Hepatitis viruses B and C together cause most of the world's cases of liver cancer.

Treatment for congestive heart failure may include all of the following EXCEPT

Lymphoma is cancer of the lymph nodes,part of the body's

A common surgical treatment for heart disease is an angiogram.

Exercise alters blood fat levels by

A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is cut off.

Which of the following combinations would place someone at greatest risk for cardiovascular disease?

Risk factors for oral cancer include

The most common cause of cancer death in the United States is

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Exam 12: Cardiovascular Disease and Cancer

Increased physical activity may reduce one's HDL levels.

Late onset of menstruation and early onset of menopause are risk factors for breast cancer.

Steps to prevent skin cancer include all of the following EXCEPT

There is a link between human papillomavirus (HPV)infection and ovarian cancer.

Which of the following is associated with metabolic syndrome?

A test that uses a computer to construct a picture of the brain using X ray images is

When a coronary artery becomes blocked,the result is

Which of the following statements regarding testicle self-examination is FALSE?

Age is the strongest predictor of risk for prostate cancer.

Choose one of the common cancers described in your text.Briefly describe the cancer,its risk factors,signs/symptoms,and treatment.List at least three lifestyle strategies for prevention.

Which of the following statements about rheumatic fever is TRUE?

Hepatitis viruses B and C together cause most of the world's cases of liver cancer.

Treatment for congestive heart failure may include all of the following EXCEPT

Lymphoma is cancer of the lymph nodes,part of the body's

A common surgical treatment for heart disease is an angiogram.

Exercise alters blood fat levels by

A stroke occurs when the blood supply to the brain is cut off.

Which of the following combinations would place someone at greatest risk for cardiovascular disease?

Risk factors for oral cancer include

The most common cause of cancer death in the United States is

Taking Charge of Your Health

Stress: The Constant Challenge

Psychological Health

Intimate Relationships and Communication

Sexuality, Pregnancy, and Childbirth

Contraception and Abortion

Drug Misuse and Addiction

Alcohol and Tobacco

Nutrition Basics

Exercise for Health and Fitness

Weight Management

Immunity and Infection

Environmental Health

Conventional and Complimentary Medicine

Personal Safety

The Challenge of Aging

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