Question 1

With regard to one's health,which one of the following elements is most within an individual's control?

Accepted Answer

A)  heredity
B)  health care
C)  environment
D)  behaviorE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 2

Having an external locus of control is associated with motivation and commitment to change behavior.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 3

Adam's parents are not concerned about their son's ability to adapt to college,because he is curious,demonstrates an openness to ideas,and looks for solutions to problems.These qualities are reflective of Adam's _______________ wellness.

Accepted Answer

A)  emotional
B)  intellectual
C)  interpersonal
D)  spiritualE) A) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 4

The most constructive response to a temporary setback in the pursuit of a new behavior is

Accepted Answer

A)  not tolerating temporary failure.
B)  increasing rewards to make efforts more worthwhile.
C)  giving up the plan because it is impossible to follow.
D)  developing a plan to overcome barriers to change.E) All of the above
F) B) and D)

Question 5

The weakest plan for changing health behavior is one that

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A)  attempts to change more than one behavior at a time.
B)  identifies cues to behaviors.
C)  incorporates rewards for reaching goals.
D)  makes slow,systematic changes in behavior.E) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

During the twentieth century the average life span

Accepted Answer

A)  did not change significantly.
B)  increased slightly.
C)  nearly doubled.
D)  nearly tripleD.E) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 7

Which of the following is currently America's number one cause of death?

Accepted Answer

A)  accidents
B)  cancer
C)  heart disease
D)  suicideE) A) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 8

The complete set of genetic material in an individual's cells is referred to as her or his

Accepted Answer

A)  genes.
B)  genome.
C)  proteome.
D)  RNA.E) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Question 9

Which of the following is the order of steps to follow to create a personalized plan for change?

Accepted Answer

A)  analyze data,monitor behavior,devise plan of action,set goals,make contract.
B)  devise plan of action,set goals,monitor behavior,analyze data,make contract.
C)  make contract,set goals,devise plan of action,monitor behavior,analyze data.
D)  monitor behavior,analyze data,set goals,devise plan of action,make contract.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 10

During the past 100 years,the major causes of death have shifted from _____ to _____.

Accepted Answer

A)  infectious diseases;chronic diseases
B)  accidents;infectious diseases
C)  chronic diseases;infectious diseases
D)  chronic diseases;accidentsE) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 11

A strategy to increase your chances of success in the pursuit of a new behavior is to

Accepted Answer

A)  find a new behavior to change if you experience a temporary failure.
B)  visualize attaining your goal and enjoying the benefits of the change.
C)  rationalize temporary setbacks to minimize feelings of failure.
D)  stick with the program even during periods of high stress.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 12

Carla's desire to spend more time with her friends indicates that she needs to improve her level of _______________ wellness.

Accepted Answer

A)  spiritual
B)  interpersonal
C)  emotional
D)  intellectualE) C) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 13

Those with an internal locus of control believe that events turn out as they do based on

Accepted Answer

A)  fate or luck.
B)  heredity.
C)  their family's status.
D)  their own actions.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 14

When evaluating health topics on the Internet,be sure to check the

Accepted Answer

A)  most popular blogs first.
B)  latest media post on the topic.
C)  qualifications of the site's authors.
D)  testimonials page of the website.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 15

To help ensure success with a behavior change program,you should

Accepted Answer

A)  set a general goal,such as "lose weight."
B)  develop a reward system.
C)  avoid setting a time frame.
D)  reward yourself only when you reach your goal.E) B) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 16

Some behaviors are too deeply rooted to be changed through independent self-management techniques alone.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

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