Health, Fitness, and Wellness Pre-assessment Exam Questions and Verified Answers/Accurate
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Which structure helps protect the body against specific foreign agents? Thymus gland
Match each function with the corresponding body system. Forms a protective barrier-
Integumentary system
Controls blood pressure-Central nervous system
Regulates body temperature-Both integumentary and central nervous system
Regulates thirst and hunger-Central nervous system
Regulates muscle coordination- Central nervous system
A postmenopausal female with a body mass index of 33 smokes approximately two packs of
cigarettes per day. The individual has no children and exercises rarely. During a routine physical
exam, a physician found a small lump near the left breast. Which two health conditions are of
concern? Cancer
Cardiovascular disease
A sanitation worker was experiencing headaches, fever, fatigue, stiff joints, nausea, vomiting,
and diarrhea. After going to the doctor, the individual was diagnosed with hepatitis A. Which
approach prevents this type of infection? Getting a vaccination
What are some effects of aerobic exercise on cardiorespiratory fitness?Choose 3 answers
Enables more blood to be pumped with each stroke of the heart
Increases number of capillaries in trained skeletal muscles
Increases amount of oxygen inhaled
Which of the following are common consequences of physical inactivity in our society?Choose 3
answers Increased incidence of childhood obesity
Increased healthcare costs
Decreased number of healthy years of life
, When should conventional CPR be used? For an infant who stops breathing
What are recommended ways to maintain proper oral hygiene?Choose 3 answers Having
dental checkups twice a year
Brushing teeth after each meal
Using fluoride toothpaste
Which sleep stage is also known as deep sleep and occurs in longer periods during the first half
of the night? Stage 3
What is the recommended amount of sleep per day for a child between 6-13 years old? 9-11
hours
Match the functions of carbohydrates, proteins, or fats with the corresponding nutrient.Select
your answer from the pull-down list. Provide the elements in nutrition that are the most
significant source of energy-Carbohydrates
Provide the elements in nutrition that maintain and promote cell growth- Proteins
Support the body's ability to store energy for later use- Fats
Provide the energy source for brain metabolism- Carbohydrates
Provide reparative mechanisms for cells- Proteins
Provide key functions in hormone regulation- Fats
Which is the basic measure of energy in a food substance? Calorie
Why would a dietician recommend eating whole-grain products over refined products?
More fiber, vitamins, and minerals
Which food item is considered a healthy snack choice? Trail mix
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Which structure helps protect the body against specific foreign agents? Thymus gland
Match each function with the corresponding body system. Forms a protective barrier-
Integumentary system
Controls blood pressure-Central nervous system
Regulates body temperature-Both integumentary and central nervous system
Regulates thirst and hunger-Central nervous system
Regulates muscle coordination- Central nervous system
A postmenopausal female with a body mass index of 33 smokes approximately two packs of
cigarettes per day. The individual has no children and exercises rarely. During a routine physical
exam, a physician found a small lump near the left breast. Which two health conditions are of
concern? Cancer
Cardiovascular disease
A sanitation worker was experiencing headaches, fever, fatigue, stiff joints, nausea, vomiting,
and diarrhea. After going to the doctor, the individual was diagnosed with hepatitis A. Which
approach prevents this type of infection? Getting a vaccination
What are some effects of aerobic exercise on cardiorespiratory fitness?Choose 3 answers
Enables more blood to be pumped with each stroke of the heart
Increases number of capillaries in trained skeletal muscles
Increases amount of oxygen inhaled
Which of the following are common consequences of physical inactivity in our society?Choose 3
answers Increased incidence of childhood obesity
Increased healthcare costs
Decreased number of healthy years of life
, When should conventional CPR be used? For an infant who stops breathing
What are recommended ways to maintain proper oral hygiene?Choose 3 answers Having
dental checkups twice a year
Brushing teeth after each meal
Using fluoride toothpaste
Which sleep stage is also known as deep sleep and occurs in longer periods during the first half
of the night? Stage 3
What is the recommended amount of sleep per day for a child between 6-13 years old? 9-11
hours
Match the functions of carbohydrates, proteins, or fats with the corresponding nutrient.Select
your answer from the pull-down list. Provide the elements in nutrition that are the most
significant source of energy-Carbohydrates
Provide the elements in nutrition that maintain and promote cell growth- Proteins
Support the body's ability to store energy for later use- Fats
Provide the energy source for brain metabolism- Carbohydrates
Provide reparative mechanisms for cells- Proteins
Provide key functions in hormone regulation- Fats
Which is the basic measure of energy in a food substance? Calorie
Why would a dietician recommend eating whole-grain products over refined products?
More fiber, vitamins, and minerals
Which food item is considered a healthy snack choice? Trail mix
