TEST BANK
Psychology of Health and Fitness: Applications for Behavior
Change
Barbara A. Brehm
1st Edition
,Table of Contents
Chapter 01 Introduction to Psychology, Health, Fitness, and Behavior 1
Chapter 02 Psychophysiology, Mind-Body Integration, and Health Behavior 10
Chapter 03 Understanding Exercise and Its Psychophysiological Effects 19
Chapter 04 Understanding Behavior Change-Theoretical Models 28
Chapter 05 The Helping Professions-Supporting Positive Behavior Change 38
Chapter 06 Stress, Health, and Resilience 47
Chapter 07 Diversity, Culture, and Life Stage-The Context of Behavior Change 56
Chapter 08 Physical Activity and Exercise Adherence 65
Chapter 09 Eating Behavior and Nutrition 74
Chapter 10 Obesity and Weight Management 83
Chapter 11 Negative Health Behaviors and Addiction 92
Chapter 12 Illness, Injury, and Behavior Change 101
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Test Bank - Psychology of Health and Fitness: Applications for Behavior Change, 1st Edition (Brehm, 2015)
Chapter 1: Introduction to Psychology, Health, Fitness, and Behavior
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. An example of psychosomatic illness is:
A. a sprained ankle.
B. feeling sluggish due to anemia.
C. a digestive disorder that worsens with increased stress.
D. contact dermatitis.
ANS: C
2. What is exercise adherence?
A. Creating an exercise program
B. Exercising occasionally
C. The psychological effect of exercise
D. Following, and not dropping out of, an exercise program
E. The willpower to make exercise a priority
ANS: D
3. The leading cause of death from heart disease is atherosclerosis, also known as:
A. hypertension.
B. plaque.
C. hardening of the arteries.
D. myocardial infarction.
ANS: C
4. Which of the following is an example of an unmodifiable risk factor for artery disease?
A. Age
B. Smoking
C. Type 2 diabetes
D. Sedentary lifestyle
ANS: A
5. A possible negative effect of exercise is:
A. altered mood.
B. compulsive behavior.
C. becoming overly competitive.
D. a euphoric state known as “runner’s high.”
ANS: B
6. Behavior-related risk factors for heart disease can include:
A. a sedentary lifestyle, over-exercising, and consuming one alcoholic drink per day.
B. smoking, consuming fruits and vegetables, and a sedentary lifestyle.
C. obesity, type 1 diabetes, and poor diet.
D. higher blood levels of LDLs and lower blood levels of HDLs, a sedentary lifestyle,
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and stress.
ANS: D
7. Fatal accidents, a leading cause of death, may be linked to behavioral health causes such as:
A. a nutritious diet.
B. physical activity and diabetes.
C. fatigue and alcohol use.
D. smoking and hypertension.
ANS: C
8. According to data from the World Health Organization, what is the leading modifiable risk
factor for global disease for all countries combined?
A. High cholesterol
B. High blood pressure
C. Physical inactivity
D. None of the above
ANS: B
9. Osteoporosis is a progressive loss of:
A. bone mineral.
B. bone marrow.
C. calcium and vitamin D in the bloodstream.
D. all of the above
ANS: A
Information 1.1
Evan, an intern trainer at a medical fitness facility, shows Chester, a 68-year-old client who
has just been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, several strength-training machines. Chester is
very slow to catch on and needs a great deal of assistance setting the seat positions and
figuring out how to work the machines.
10. Refer to Information 1.1. In this scenario, how should Evan proceed with Chester?
A. Keep on task in order to complete the workout for Chester’s optimum physical
benefit for that day’s workout.
B. Emphasize proper form when using the machines so that Chester learns things
correctly from the start and doesn’t get injured later.
C. Discontinue teaching the strength training machines for the day; go back to the
treadmill, where Chester had gained confidence, so that the workout ends on a
positive note.
D. Emphasize the trainer–client relationship rather than the workout by going slowly,
listening to and answering questions, and building Chester’s confidence for
exercising.
ANS: D
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Psychology of Health and Fitness: Applications for Behavior
Change
Barbara A. Brehm
1st Edition
,Table of Contents
Chapter 01 Introduction to Psychology, Health, Fitness, and Behavior 1
Chapter 02 Psychophysiology, Mind-Body Integration, and Health Behavior 10
Chapter 03 Understanding Exercise and Its Psychophysiological Effects 19
Chapter 04 Understanding Behavior Change-Theoretical Models 28
Chapter 05 The Helping Professions-Supporting Positive Behavior Change 38
Chapter 06 Stress, Health, and Resilience 47
Chapter 07 Diversity, Culture, and Life Stage-The Context of Behavior Change 56
Chapter 08 Physical Activity and Exercise Adherence 65
Chapter 09 Eating Behavior and Nutrition 74
Chapter 10 Obesity and Weight Management 83
Chapter 11 Negative Health Behaviors and Addiction 92
Chapter 12 Illness, Injury, and Behavior Change 101
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Test Bank - Psychology of Health and Fitness: Applications for Behavior Change, 1st Edition (Brehm, 2015)
Chapter 1: Introduction to Psychology, Health, Fitness, and Behavior
MULTIPLE CHOICE
1. An example of psychosomatic illness is:
A. a sprained ankle.
B. feeling sluggish due to anemia.
C. a digestive disorder that worsens with increased stress.
D. contact dermatitis.
ANS: C
2. What is exercise adherence?
A. Creating an exercise program
B. Exercising occasionally
C. The psychological effect of exercise
D. Following, and not dropping out of, an exercise program
E. The willpower to make exercise a priority
ANS: D
3. The leading cause of death from heart disease is atherosclerosis, also known as:
A. hypertension.
B. plaque.
C. hardening of the arteries.
D. myocardial infarction.
ANS: C
4. Which of the following is an example of an unmodifiable risk factor for artery disease?
A. Age
B. Smoking
C. Type 2 diabetes
D. Sedentary lifestyle
ANS: A
5. A possible negative effect of exercise is:
A. altered mood.
B. compulsive behavior.
C. becoming overly competitive.
D. a euphoric state known as “runner’s high.”
ANS: B
6. Behavior-related risk factors for heart disease can include:
A. a sedentary lifestyle, over-exercising, and consuming one alcoholic drink per day.
B. smoking, consuming fruits and vegetables, and a sedentary lifestyle.
C. obesity, type 1 diabetes, and poor diet.
D. higher blood levels of LDLs and lower blood levels of HDLs, a sedentary lifestyle,
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and stress.
ANS: D
7. Fatal accidents, a leading cause of death, may be linked to behavioral health causes such as:
A. a nutritious diet.
B. physical activity and diabetes.
C. fatigue and alcohol use.
D. smoking and hypertension.
ANS: C
8. According to data from the World Health Organization, what is the leading modifiable risk
factor for global disease for all countries combined?
A. High cholesterol
B. High blood pressure
C. Physical inactivity
D. None of the above
ANS: B
9. Osteoporosis is a progressive loss of:
A. bone mineral.
B. bone marrow.
C. calcium and vitamin D in the bloodstream.
D. all of the above
ANS: A
Information 1.1
Evan, an intern trainer at a medical fitness facility, shows Chester, a 68-year-old client who
has just been diagnosed with type 2 diabetes, several strength-training machines. Chester is
very slow to catch on and needs a great deal of assistance setting the seat positions and
figuring out how to work the machines.
10. Refer to Information 1.1. In this scenario, how should Evan proceed with Chester?
A. Keep on task in order to complete the workout for Chester’s optimum physical
benefit for that day’s workout.
B. Emphasize proper form when using the machines so that Chester learns things
correctly from the start and doesn’t get injured later.
C. Discontinue teaching the strength training machines for the day; go back to the
treadmill, where Chester had gained confidence, so that the workout ends on a
positive note.
D. Emphasize the trainer–client relationship rather than the workout by going slowly,
listening to and answering questions, and building Chester’s confidence for
exercising.
ANS: D
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