MTTC Test Prep 112 Health Education
Health Belief Model (HBM) - Answer -a non-stage theory that identifies three beliefs that influence
decision making regarding health behavior: perceived susceptibility to a health threat, perceived
severity of the disease or condition, and perceived benefits of and barriers to the behavior
binge drinking dangers - Answer -- Interferes with brain communication pathways
- Difficult to move with coordination
- Causes stretching of the heart muscules
- Causes high blood pressure
- Can lead to hepatitis
Most commo medication leading to liver damage and failure - Answer -Acetaminophin
Sedentary lifestyle - Answer -a way of life that requires little movement or exercise
Sedentary lifestyle risks - Answer -stress levels, obesity, blood pressure, triglycerides, cholesterol levels,
and diabetes
Most effective way to prevent spread of cough and cold - Answer -Washing hands regularly and avoid
touching face
Ovaries - Answer -Glands that produce the egg cells and hormones monthly
, Hormonal birth control - Answer -Releases hormones that inhibit ovaries from releasing eggs and
thickens the cervix making it inpenetrable to sperm
sexually transmitted infections (STIs) - Answer -infections caused by sexual contact with infected people;
signs and symptoms are not always apparent
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) - Answer -a pill containing antiretroviral drugs taken before someone is
exposed to the virus to prevent HIV acquisition
How does PrEP reduce the risk of contracting HIV - Answer -Keeps the virus from replicating and
establishing permanent infection if an indvidual is exposed to HIV
Engaging in sustained Physical Activity - Answer -Nervous system signals the pituitary gland to release
neurotransmitters to help elevate mood
Which activities help reduce risk of student engagments in inappropriate online activities? - Answer -
Have students create a list of online safety rules to follow
Environmental Exposures during childhood - Answer -Lead in paint, soil and water supply lines can cause
impaired cognitive and behavioral developments, attention deficets and impaired speech development
Heimlich maneuver - Answer -a first-aid procedure for dislodging an obstruction from a person's
windpipe in which a sudden strong pressure is applied on the abdomen, between the navel and the rib
cage.
Diabetic Emergency - Answer -Imbalance of sugar and insulin that causes slurred speech, shakiness and
confusion
Most important procedures during fire emergency - elementary students - Answer -Creating and
practicing a family escape plan in the event of a fire in the home and identifying an outdoor meeting
place
Health Belief Model (HBM) - Answer -a non-stage theory that identifies three beliefs that influence
decision making regarding health behavior: perceived susceptibility to a health threat, perceived
severity of the disease or condition, and perceived benefits of and barriers to the behavior
binge drinking dangers - Answer -- Interferes with brain communication pathways
- Difficult to move with coordination
- Causes stretching of the heart muscules
- Causes high blood pressure
- Can lead to hepatitis
Most commo medication leading to liver damage and failure - Answer -Acetaminophin
Sedentary lifestyle - Answer -a way of life that requires little movement or exercise
Sedentary lifestyle risks - Answer -stress levels, obesity, blood pressure, triglycerides, cholesterol levels,
and diabetes
Most effective way to prevent spread of cough and cold - Answer -Washing hands regularly and avoid
touching face
Ovaries - Answer -Glands that produce the egg cells and hormones monthly
, Hormonal birth control - Answer -Releases hormones that inhibit ovaries from releasing eggs and
thickens the cervix making it inpenetrable to sperm
sexually transmitted infections (STIs) - Answer -infections caused by sexual contact with infected people;
signs and symptoms are not always apparent
Pre-exposure prophylaxis (PrEP) - Answer -a pill containing antiretroviral drugs taken before someone is
exposed to the virus to prevent HIV acquisition
How does PrEP reduce the risk of contracting HIV - Answer -Keeps the virus from replicating and
establishing permanent infection if an indvidual is exposed to HIV
Engaging in sustained Physical Activity - Answer -Nervous system signals the pituitary gland to release
neurotransmitters to help elevate mood
Which activities help reduce risk of student engagments in inappropriate online activities? - Answer -
Have students create a list of online safety rules to follow
Environmental Exposures during childhood - Answer -Lead in paint, soil and water supply lines can cause
impaired cognitive and behavioral developments, attention deficets and impaired speech development
Heimlich maneuver - Answer -a first-aid procedure for dislodging an obstruction from a person's
windpipe in which a sudden strong pressure is applied on the abdomen, between the navel and the rib
cage.
Diabetic Emergency - Answer -Imbalance of sugar and insulin that causes slurred speech, shakiness and
confusion
Most important procedures during fire emergency - elementary students - Answer -Creating and
practicing a family escape plan in the event of a fire in the home and identifying an outdoor meeting
place
