WGU - HEALTH, FITNESS, AND
WELLNESS C458
Which-immune-system-structure-is-the-site-where-white-blood-cells-gain-the-ability-to-
chemically-identify-specific-foreign-agents?---ans-✔✔Thymus-gland
The-body-system-forms-a-protective-barrier---ans-✔✔Integumentary-system
The-body-system-that-regulates-body-temperature---ans-✔✔Both-integumentary-and-
central-nervous-system
The-body-system-that-controls-blood-pressure---ans-✔✔Central-nervous-system
The-body-system-that-regulates-thirst-and-hunger---ans-✔✔Central-nervous-system
The-body-system-that-regulates-muscle-coordination---ans-✔✔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?---ans-✔✔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?---ans-✔✔Getting-a-
vaccination
Adult-one-rescuer-CPR---ans-✔✔Dial-911-and-get-Automated-External-Defibrillator-
(AED)-if-available
Adult-foreign-body-airway-obstruction---ans-✔✔Use-abdominal-thrust
Infant-one-rescuer-CPR---ans-✔✔Use-two-or-three-fingers-for-chest-compressions
Infant-foreign-body-airway-obstruction---ans-✔✔Put-victim's-face-and-head-in-a-
downward-position
, What-are-recommended-ways-to-maintain-proper-oral-hygiene?---ans-✔✔Having-dental-
checkups-twice-a-year
Brushing-teeth-after-each-meal
Using-fluoride-toothpaste
What-are-some-effects-of-aerobic-exercise-on-cardiorespiratory-fitness?---ans-
✔✔Increases-amount-of-oxygen-inhaled
Enables-more-blood-to-be-pumped-with-each-stroke-of-the-heart
Increases-number-of-capillaries-in-trained-skeletal-muscles
Which-of-the-following-are-common-consequences-of-physical-inactivity-in-our-society?---
ans-✔✔Increased-incidence-of-childhood-obesity
Increased-healthcare-costs
Decreased-number-of-healthy-years-of-life
Which-sleep-stage-is-also-known-as-deep-sleep-and-occurs-in-longer-periods-during-the-
first-half-of-the-night?---ans-✔✔Stage-3
What-is-the-recommended-amount-of-sleep-per-day-for-a-child-between-6-13-years-old?---
ans-✔✔9-11-hours
Which-food-should-be-washed-to-prevent-the-spread-of-bacteria?---ans-✔✔Cucumbers
When-should-a-person-wash-their-hands-to-prevent-the-spread-of-bacteria?---ans-
✔✔After-preparing-food
Why-would-a-dietician-recommend-eating-whole-grain-products-over-refined-products?---
ans-✔✔More-fiber,-vitamins,-and-minerals
Which-food-item-is-considered-a-healthy-snack-choice?---ans-✔✔Trail-mix
Which-food-item-do-vegans-include-in-their-diet?---ans-✔✔Nuts
Which-reaction-is-common-with-food-allergies?---ans-✔✔Difficulty-breathing
Provide-the-elements-in-nutrition-that-are-the-most-significant-source-of-energy---ans-
✔✔Carbohydrates
Provide-the-elements-in-nutrition-that-maintain-and-promote-cell-growth---ans-
✔✔Proteins
Support-the-body's-ability-to-store-energy-for-later-use---ans-✔✔Fats
Provide-the-energy-source-for-brain-metabolism---ans-✔✔Carbohydrates
Provide-reparative-mechanisms-for-cells---ans-✔✔Proteins
WELLNESS C458
Which-immune-system-structure-is-the-site-where-white-blood-cells-gain-the-ability-to-
chemically-identify-specific-foreign-agents?---ans-✔✔Thymus-gland
The-body-system-forms-a-protective-barrier---ans-✔✔Integumentary-system
The-body-system-that-regulates-body-temperature---ans-✔✔Both-integumentary-and-
central-nervous-system
The-body-system-that-controls-blood-pressure---ans-✔✔Central-nervous-system
The-body-system-that-regulates-thirst-and-hunger---ans-✔✔Central-nervous-system
The-body-system-that-regulates-muscle-coordination---ans-✔✔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?---ans-✔✔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?---ans-✔✔Getting-a-
vaccination
Adult-one-rescuer-CPR---ans-✔✔Dial-911-and-get-Automated-External-Defibrillator-
(AED)-if-available
Adult-foreign-body-airway-obstruction---ans-✔✔Use-abdominal-thrust
Infant-one-rescuer-CPR---ans-✔✔Use-two-or-three-fingers-for-chest-compressions
Infant-foreign-body-airway-obstruction---ans-✔✔Put-victim's-face-and-head-in-a-
downward-position
, What-are-recommended-ways-to-maintain-proper-oral-hygiene?---ans-✔✔Having-dental-
checkups-twice-a-year
Brushing-teeth-after-each-meal
Using-fluoride-toothpaste
What-are-some-effects-of-aerobic-exercise-on-cardiorespiratory-fitness?---ans-
✔✔Increases-amount-of-oxygen-inhaled
Enables-more-blood-to-be-pumped-with-each-stroke-of-the-heart
Increases-number-of-capillaries-in-trained-skeletal-muscles
Which-of-the-following-are-common-consequences-of-physical-inactivity-in-our-society?---
ans-✔✔Increased-incidence-of-childhood-obesity
Increased-healthcare-costs
Decreased-number-of-healthy-years-of-life
Which-sleep-stage-is-also-known-as-deep-sleep-and-occurs-in-longer-periods-during-the-
first-half-of-the-night?---ans-✔✔Stage-3
What-is-the-recommended-amount-of-sleep-per-day-for-a-child-between-6-13-years-old?---
ans-✔✔9-11-hours
Which-food-should-be-washed-to-prevent-the-spread-of-bacteria?---ans-✔✔Cucumbers
When-should-a-person-wash-their-hands-to-prevent-the-spread-of-bacteria?---ans-
✔✔After-preparing-food
Why-would-a-dietician-recommend-eating-whole-grain-products-over-refined-products?---
ans-✔✔More-fiber,-vitamins,-and-minerals
Which-food-item-is-considered-a-healthy-snack-choice?---ans-✔✔Trail-mix
Which-food-item-do-vegans-include-in-their-diet?---ans-✔✔Nuts
Which-reaction-is-common-with-food-allergies?---ans-✔✔Difficulty-breathing
Provide-the-elements-in-nutrition-that-are-the-most-significant-source-of-energy---ans-
✔✔Carbohydrates
Provide-the-elements-in-nutrition-that-maintain-and-promote-cell-growth---ans-
✔✔Proteins
Support-the-body's-ability-to-store-energy-for-later-use---ans-✔✔Fats
Provide-the-energy-source-for-brain-metabolism---ans-✔✔Carbohydrates
Provide-reparative-mechanisms-for-cells---ans-✔✔Proteins
