Question 1

Approximately 75% of all Americans exercise regularly.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

Food rewards are highly recommended for successful behavior change.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Which type of wellness does the ability to live within your means and to manage one's money define?

Accepted Answer

A)   interpersonal
B)   financial
C)   environmental
D)   spiritualE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 4

When choosing a target behavior to change,how can one maximize her chances of success?

Accepted Answer

A)   change all negative behaviors at once
B)   start with a complicated behavior first
C)   start with something simple
D)   start changing multiple behaviorsE) A) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 5

Regular exercise is a crucial factor in preventing chronic disease.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 6

What is the most effective way of dealing with disease?

Accepted Answer

A)   medication
B)   prevention
C)   rehabilitation
D)   surgeryE) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 7

Most health problems occur at the same rate for men and for women.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

What is the best definition of locus of control?

Accepted Answer

A)   strong motivational powers that a person has available to him or her
B)   the figurative "place" considered responsible for events in a person's life
C)   the friends, family, and opponents who influence a person's life
D)   a reward system that is responsible for positive lifestyle changesE) C) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 9

Discuss the role that lifestyle choices play in determining quality of life.Give at least three examples of healthy lifestyle choices,and explain how they promote quality of life and overall wellness.

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Question 10

What is one outcome of a healthy diet?

Accepted Answer

A)   sufficient energy and nutrients
B)   an increased risk of heart disease
C)   insufficient nutrients
D)   an increased risk of high blood pressureE) None of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 11

Breaking a plan into smaller steps that a person can accomplish one day at a time may reduce procrastination.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 12

What may occur when there is a stress barrier to a behavior change plan?

Accepted Answer

A)   It will remain throughout the changing process.
B)   It will help motivate you to do your best.
C)   It should be ignored.
D)   It may require you to make stress management a higher priority.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 13

How does setting realistic,specific goals help a person change unwanted behavior?

Accepted Answer

A)   It forces the person to take on the harder steps first.
B)   It reduces the number of rewards the person can receive.
C)   It makes the ultimate goal seem more manageable.
D)   It takes the focus off the person's ultimate goal.E) All of the above
F) A) and C)

Question 14

People in the contemplation stage of change plan to take action within a month.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

What was the approximate life expectancy in 1900?

Accepted Answer

A)   50 years
B)   60 years
C)   70 years
D)   80 yearsE) B) and C)
F) C) and D)

Question 16

How has the average life expectancy changed in the past 100 years?

Accepted Answer

A)   Life expectancy has decreased by 10 years.
B)   Life expectancy has increased by 10 years.
C)   Life expectancy has nearly doubled in length.
D)   Life expectancy has nearly tripled in length.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Which is an example of blaming?

Accepted Answer

A)   I'll start my walking program when I get some sunscreen.
B)   My workout partner did not call me to go to the fitness center.
C)   I'll begin my exercise program when next semester starts.
D)   I did not have time to dry my hair before work, so I'll walk tomorrow.E) None of the above
F) C) and D)

Question 18

What is a good strategy for achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight?

Accepted Answer

A)   short-term diets
B)   colon cleansing
C)   high-protein diets
D)   regular exerciseE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 19

Define the seven dimensions of wellness.List two behaviors or habits that would promote the development of each.

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The seven dimensions of wellness are phy...

Question 20

Which of the following describes occupational wellness?

Accepted Answer

A)   the ability to manage money
B)   the level of fulfillment gained from one's work
C)   the livability of one's surroundings
D)   the quality of one's communication skillsE) C) and D)
F) A) and B)

Exam 1: Introduction to Wellness, Fitness, and Lifestyle Management

Food rewards are highly recommended for successful behavior change.

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How has the average life expectancy changed in the past 100 years?

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What is the best definition of locus of control?

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People in the contemplation stage of change plan to take action within a month.

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What is the most effective way of dealing with disease?

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Which of the following describes occupational wellness?

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Discuss the role that lifestyle choices play in determining quality of life.Give at least three examples of healthy lifestyle choices,and explain how they promote quality of life and overall wellness.

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What is a good strategy for achieving and maintaining a healthy body weight?

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Which is an example of blaming?

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What may occur when there is a stress barrier to a behavior change plan?

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Define the seven dimensions of wellness.List two behaviors or habits that would promote the development of each.

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When choosing a target behavior to change,how can one maximize her chances of success?

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How does setting realistic,specific goals help a person change unwanted behavior?

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What was the approximate life expectancy in 1900?

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Regular exercise is a crucial factor in preventing chronic disease.

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Most health problems occur at the same rate for men and for women.

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Which type of wellness does the ability to live within your means and to manage one's money define?

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What is one outcome of a healthy diet?

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Approximately 75% of all Americans exercise regularly.

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Breaking a plan into smaller steps that a person can accomplish one day at a time may reduce procrastination.

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