Solution Manual For DHO Health
Science, 9th Student Edition 9th
Edition
Chapter 1: Introduction to Health Science
What is the primary goal of health science?
A. To cure diseases
B. To promote health and prevent illness
C. To provide financial support for medical research
D. To offer entertainment in healthcare settings
Answer: B. To promote health and prevent illness
Which of the following is NOT a component of the healthcare system?
A. Public health agencies
B. Research institutions
C. Educational institutions
D. Corporate businesses
Answer: D. Corporate businesses
Which healthcare professional is primarily responsible for diagnosing and treating
illnesses?
A. Nurse
B. Physician
C. Pharmacist
D. Physical therapist
Answer: B. Physician
Chapter 2: Medical Terminology
,What does the prefix “hyper-” mean?
A. Below
B. Above
C. Within
D. Without
Answer: B. Above
The suffix “-ectomy” refers to:
A. Inflammation
B. Removal
C. Disease
D. Study
Answer: B. Removal
Which of the following terms refers to a condition of the heart?
A. Hepatitis
B. Cardiopathy
C. Nephritis
D. Dermatitis
Answer: B. Cardiopathy
Chapter 3: Health and Wellness
Which of the following is considered a primary component of wellness?
A. Financial stability
B. Physical fitness
C. Social media presence
D. High stress tolerance
Answer: B. Physical fitness
, What is a key benefit of regular exercise?
A. Decreased energy levels
B. Improved mental health
C. Increased risk of chronic diseases
D. Decreased overall health
Answer: B. Improved mental health
Which of the following is a factor that can affect an individual’s overall health?
A. Genetics
B. Environmental conditions
C. Lifestyle choices
D. All of the above
Answer: D. All of the above
Chapter 4: Human Body Systems
Which system is responsible for producing hormones that regulate metabolism,
growth, and development?
A. Nervous system
B. Endocrine system
C. Respiratory system
D. Digestive system
Answer: B. Endocrine system
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
A. To transport nutrients throughout the body
B. To exchange gases between the blood and the air
C. To protect the body from infections
Science, 9th Student Edition 9th
Edition
Chapter 1: Introduction to Health Science
What is the primary goal of health science?
A. To cure diseases
B. To promote health and prevent illness
C. To provide financial support for medical research
D. To offer entertainment in healthcare settings
Answer: B. To promote health and prevent illness
Which of the following is NOT a component of the healthcare system?
A. Public health agencies
B. Research institutions
C. Educational institutions
D. Corporate businesses
Answer: D. Corporate businesses
Which healthcare professional is primarily responsible for diagnosing and treating
illnesses?
A. Nurse
B. Physician
C. Pharmacist
D. Physical therapist
Answer: B. Physician
Chapter 2: Medical Terminology
,What does the prefix “hyper-” mean?
A. Below
B. Above
C. Within
D. Without
Answer: B. Above
The suffix “-ectomy” refers to:
A. Inflammation
B. Removal
C. Disease
D. Study
Answer: B. Removal
Which of the following terms refers to a condition of the heart?
A. Hepatitis
B. Cardiopathy
C. Nephritis
D. Dermatitis
Answer: B. Cardiopathy
Chapter 3: Health and Wellness
Which of the following is considered a primary component of wellness?
A. Financial stability
B. Physical fitness
C. Social media presence
D. High stress tolerance
Answer: B. Physical fitness
, What is a key benefit of regular exercise?
A. Decreased energy levels
B. Improved mental health
C. Increased risk of chronic diseases
D. Decreased overall health
Answer: B. Improved mental health
Which of the following is a factor that can affect an individual’s overall health?
A. Genetics
B. Environmental conditions
C. Lifestyle choices
D. All of the above
Answer: D. All of the above
Chapter 4: Human Body Systems
Which system is responsible for producing hormones that regulate metabolism,
growth, and development?
A. Nervous system
B. Endocrine system
C. Respiratory system
D. Digestive system
Answer: B. Endocrine system
What is the primary function of the respiratory system?
A. To transport nutrients throughout the body
B. To exchange gases between the blood and the air
C. To protect the body from infections
