Question 1

Which of the following best describes the difference between health and wellness?

Accepted Answer

Health is a static state, while wellness is an active process of making choices toward a better life.

Question 2

According to the Illness-Wellness Continuum, which of the following statements is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Movement toward high-level wellness involves growth, education, and awareness.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of the seven dimensions of health?

Accepted Answer

Financial health

Question 4

A college student is struggling with stress, poor nutrition, and sleep deprivation. According to the study materials, which of the following is most likely to be affected?

Accepted Answer

Their academic performance and achievement

Question 5

Which of the following behaviors is NOT identified by the CDC as a key contributor to chronic disease morbidity in the United States?

Accepted Answer

Excessive screen time

Question 6

A person who has no intention of addressing a health problem in the next six months is in which stage of the Transtheoretical Model?

Accepted Answer

Precontemplation

Question 7

Which of the following is an example of a social determinant of health?

Accepted Answer

Educational and job opportunities

Question 8

A student sets a goal to exercise three times a week for the next month. According to the SMART goal framework, which component is being addressed?

Accepted Answer

Specific

Question 9

Which of the following is a reinforcing factor that could hinder a person’s attempt to quit smoking?

Accepted Answer

A friend offering a cigarette during a stressful time

Question 10

According to the Health Belief Model, which factor is most likely to motivate someone to get a flu shot after seeing a coworker become seriously ill from the flu?

Accepted Answer

Cues to action

Question 11

Which of the following is an example of a physical determinant of health?

Accepted Answer

Presence of toxic substances in the environment

Question 12

A person modifies their diet and maintains this change for over six months. According to the Transtheoretical Model, which stage are they in?

Accepted Answer

Maintenance

Question 13

Which of the following is the best example of health literacy?

Accepted Answer

Reading and understanding prescription instructions before taking medication

Question 14

Which of the following is a policy-level determinant of health?

Accepted Answer

Seat belt laws

Question 15

A person who believes that the benefits of quitting smoking outweigh the inconvenience is demonstrating which aspect of the Health Belief Model?

Accepted Answer

Perceived benefit

Question 16

Which of the following is most strongly within an individual’s control according to the determinants of health?

Accepted Answer

Individual behaviors

Question 17

Which of the following is a recommended strategy for preventing relapse when trying to change a health behavior?

Accepted Answer

Counter-conditioning

Question 18

A person who is open to new ideas, enjoys learning, and thinks critically is demonstrating which dimension of health?

Accepted Answer

Intellectual health

Question 19

Which of the following is an example of an enabling factor for increasing physical activity?

Accepted Answer

Having access to a nearby gym

Question 20

Which of the following best illustrates the ecological model of behavior change?

Accepted Answer

A city implements bike lanes, a company offers gym memberships, and individuals set exercise goals.

Chapter 1: Health in the 21st Century – Foundations of Personal Health

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