UTHS: Review Questions and All
Correct Answers 2026 Updated.
the six components of health - Answer physical, emotional, social, mental, spiritual,
environmental
four types of influences on health - Answer heredity, cultural, environmental, social
heredity - Answer the passing on of traits from biological parents to children
inherited traits - Answer skin color, eye color, hair color, body type/size, growth patterns,
predesposition
what is social health - Answer social health involves your relationships with others
Why is the rise in body temperature a good defense for the body? - Answer a rise in
temperature slows down the growth of organisms allowing the body to fight the infection
communicable disease - Answer a disease that is spread from one host to another
single-celled organisms such as molds, that can cause infections like ringworm - Answer fungi
extremely small particle that causes diseases such as hepatitis - Answer virus
a very small unicellular microorganism that causes diseases such as tuberculosis - Answer
bacteria
what is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S. - Answer cardiac arrest
Anna was visiting her grandparents in the country. While she was there she was stung by a
yellow jacket and her face swelled up and she had trouble breathing. What condition of the
immune system was Anna experiencing? - Answer Allergic Disorder
Diabetes - Answer Diabetes is a lifelong disease in which the body does not produce or
properly use insulin.
Risk factors of developing diabetes - Answer older age, overweight, inactive, family history
, cancer risk factors - Answer Diet, Cigarette smoking, Excessive alcohol use, Promiscuous
sexual behavior, Genetics, stress, environment
best strategy for identifying trustworthy healthcare information on the internet - Answer
determine if it is based on research. it is trustworthy if it includes references.
Madison is 7 months old. Which of the following best describes the optimum time and tests for
her next pediatric appointment? - Answer She should see a doctor at 9 months for growth
measurements and developmental screening.
regular preventative pediatric care can not - Answer prevent genetic illnesses through
discussions of nutrition and vaccination
things to do to prevent disease - Answer be tobacco free, eat a healthy diet, be physically
active
Which of the following preventative health service is most appropriate for the individual
described below?
Jason: male, 30 years old, no history of or risk of heart disease - Answer blood pressure
reading
Which of the following preventative health service is most appropriate for the individual
described below?
Alejandra: female, 70 years old, no history of or risk of heart disease or high cholesterol -
Answer aspirin to prevent heart attack
example of preventative care - Answer obesity counseling should occur as a part of each well-
child checkup
What is the role of preventative care in early detection of diseases? - Answer Preventative
health care can help assess genetic predisposition to certain diseases, early symptoms and risk
factors. Preventative health care can help those at risk control or even prevent the development
of disease.
How to improve your social wellness - Answer Make connections by joining a community
group or volunteering at a library or hospital.
social determents health - Answer access to education, safe transportation, language and
reading skill
Correct Answers 2026 Updated.
the six components of health - Answer physical, emotional, social, mental, spiritual,
environmental
four types of influences on health - Answer heredity, cultural, environmental, social
heredity - Answer the passing on of traits from biological parents to children
inherited traits - Answer skin color, eye color, hair color, body type/size, growth patterns,
predesposition
what is social health - Answer social health involves your relationships with others
Why is the rise in body temperature a good defense for the body? - Answer a rise in
temperature slows down the growth of organisms allowing the body to fight the infection
communicable disease - Answer a disease that is spread from one host to another
single-celled organisms such as molds, that can cause infections like ringworm - Answer fungi
extremely small particle that causes diseases such as hepatitis - Answer virus
a very small unicellular microorganism that causes diseases such as tuberculosis - Answer
bacteria
what is the leading cause of death for men and women in the U.S. - Answer cardiac arrest
Anna was visiting her grandparents in the country. While she was there she was stung by a
yellow jacket and her face swelled up and she had trouble breathing. What condition of the
immune system was Anna experiencing? - Answer Allergic Disorder
Diabetes - Answer Diabetes is a lifelong disease in which the body does not produce or
properly use insulin.
Risk factors of developing diabetes - Answer older age, overweight, inactive, family history
, cancer risk factors - Answer Diet, Cigarette smoking, Excessive alcohol use, Promiscuous
sexual behavior, Genetics, stress, environment
best strategy for identifying trustworthy healthcare information on the internet - Answer
determine if it is based on research. it is trustworthy if it includes references.
Madison is 7 months old. Which of the following best describes the optimum time and tests for
her next pediatric appointment? - Answer She should see a doctor at 9 months for growth
measurements and developmental screening.
regular preventative pediatric care can not - Answer prevent genetic illnesses through
discussions of nutrition and vaccination
things to do to prevent disease - Answer be tobacco free, eat a healthy diet, be physically
active
Which of the following preventative health service is most appropriate for the individual
described below?
Jason: male, 30 years old, no history of or risk of heart disease - Answer blood pressure
reading
Which of the following preventative health service is most appropriate for the individual
described below?
Alejandra: female, 70 years old, no history of or risk of heart disease or high cholesterol -
Answer aspirin to prevent heart attack
example of preventative care - Answer obesity counseling should occur as a part of each well-
child checkup
What is the role of preventative care in early detection of diseases? - Answer Preventative
health care can help assess genetic predisposition to certain diseases, early symptoms and risk
factors. Preventative health care can help those at risk control or even prevent the development
of disease.
How to improve your social wellness - Answer Make connections by joining a community
group or volunteering at a library or hospital.
social determents health - Answer access to education, safe transportation, language and
reading skill
