Question 1

Dasha has quite a bit of stress from her job as an assistant to a local politician. Lately, she has noticed she has been having some mood swings at work, and sometimes delays going in because she thinks she is handling the stress poorly. Which recommendation may be the most helpful for Dasha?
A) increase her caloric intake for energy
B) drink more caffeinated beverages to get through the day
C) spend more time relaxing by watching television
D) engage in regular physical activity

Accepted Answer

Engaging in regular physical activity can help reduce stress and improve mood. Exercise releases endorphins which can improve mood and reduce stress. It can also increase energy levels and provide a healthy outlet for managing stress. Increasing caloric intake or relying on caffeinated beverages may provide temporary relief, but they are not sustainable solutions and may negatively impact health. Watching television may provide a temporary escape, but it does not actively address the root of the stress and may not provide long-term benefits.

Question 2

Which symptom is associated with chronic traumatic encephalopathy?
A) lethargy
B) suicidality
C) hypertension
D) vomiting

Accepted Answer

Suicidality is a symptom associated with chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), a neurodegenerative disease that has been linked to repetitive head trauma. Other common symptoms of CTE include memory loss, difficulty thinking, impulsivity, aggression, depression, and confusion. Lethargy, hypertension, and vomiting are not typically associated with CTE.

Question 3

Which reason is why young adults find it difficult to eat healthily?
A) presence of parental controls
B) limited access to food
C) inadequate nutritional knowledge
D) busy, stressful lives

Accepted Answer

Busy, stressful lives can make it difficult for young adults to find time to cook healthy meals or make healthy food choices.

Question 4

People in their 30s can make better parents because of ______.
A) identity exploration
B) financial stability
C) greater reproductive capacity
D) having optimism about life

Accepted Answer

People in their 30s generally have more stable careers and financial stability than those in their 20s, which enables them to provide a more stable environment for their children.

Question 5

Which percentage of individuals with a history of repetitive mild traumatic brain injury showed chronic traumatic encephalopathy symptoms?
A) 20%
B) 40%
C) 60%
D) 80%

Accepted Answer

Studies have shown that a significant percentage of individuals with a history of repetitive mild traumatic brain injury, such as those often experienced by professional athletes in contact sports, exhibit symptoms of chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), with estimates around 80%.

Question 6

The number and quality of sperm produced by a man declines beginning at about age ______.
A) 35
B) 40
C) 50
D) 65

Accepted Answer

The number and quality of sperm produced by a man begins to decline at about age 40.

Question 7

Which individual is most likely to recover the fastest after an illness?
A) Deborah, a young adult that engages in moderate exercise regularly
B) Andrew, a middle-aged adult who is overweight but has high good cholesterol
C) Trisha, a young adult that avoids exercise but eats healthy
D) David, a middle-aged adult that works in a sedentary job and eats moderately well

Accepted Answer

Regular exercise has been shown to improve immune function, which can help with a faster recovery after an illness. Additionally, being young and generally healthy can also contribute to a quicker recovery time.

Question 8

The most common fatal injuries among young adults under age 25 involve ______.
A) drug overdoses
B) motor vehicle accidents
C) sports trauma
D) firearms

Accepted Answer

According to multiple studies and statistics, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of fatal injuries among young adults under age 25. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that in 2018, young adults aged 16-24 had the highest motor vehicle death rates out of any age group. While the other options listed (drug overdoses, sports trauma, firearms) can also be causes of fatal injuries among young adults, they are not as common as motor vehicle accidents.

Question 9

Effective weight loss interventions are the ones that emphasize ______.
A) writing about feelings
B) eating low amounts of carbohydrates
C) behavioral changes
D) drinking a lot of water

Accepted Answer

Effective weight loss interventions should focus on making sustainable behavioral changes rather than just cutting out certain foods or increasing water intake. Writing about feelings and drinking water can be helpful components, but alone they are unlikely to result in significant weight loss.

Question 10

Which statement accurately reflects the recommended exercise necessary for improved health?
A) It is best to perform the majority of weekly exercises in a single block of time for optimal benefits.
B) National guidelines recommend engaging in at least 150 minutes of moderate activity each week.
C) It is better to engage in vigorous activity than it is to engage in moderate activity.
D) Adults should reduce their weekly exercise each decade after the age of 30.

Accepted Answer

National guidelines recommend engaging in at least 150 minutes of moderate activity each week for improved health. This can include activities such as brisk walking, swimming or cycling. It is also recommended to spread this activity out over the course of the week instead of doing it all at once. Vigorous activity is also beneficial, but it is not necessary to engage in solely vigorous activity. There is no evidence to support reducing exercise after the age of 30.

Question 11

Conception is more difficult as women age because ______.
A) the body requires a minimum level of ova reserves
B) the uterus becomes less hospitable to implantation with age
C) extra ova will most likely be released every month
D) prior pregnancies interfere with ovulation

Accepted Answer

As women age, the number and quality of their ova declines. This means that there is a smaller pool of viable eggs available for fertilization, making conception more difficult. Additionally, there is a higher risk of genetic abnormalities in the remaining ova. The uterus may also become less hospitable over time, but this is a secondary factor compared to the decline in ova reserves. The other two options (C and D) are not accurate reasons for why conception is more difficult as women age.

Question 12

The most common fatal injuries among young adults over age 25 involve ______.
A) drug overdoses
B) motor vehicle accidents
C) sports trauma
D) firearms

Accepted Answer

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Question 13

It is difficult to avoid overeating as people age because ______.
A) they spend more time socializing around meals and eating higher caloric foods
B) caloric needs increase and metabolic rate gradually increases as fat cells increase in number and size
C) they get busier and have less time for and interest in healthy meals
D) caloric needs drop and metabolic rate gradually falls as muscle cells decline in number and size

Accepted Answer

As people age, their caloric needs decrease and their metabolic rate decreases as muscle cells decline in number and size. This makes it difficult to avoid overeating because they are not burning as many calories as they used to. Additionally, they may not be as physically active, which further reduces their calorie needs.

Question 14

Beverly was diagnosed with ovarian cancer when she was 35. At age 38, Beverly and her partner want to start a family. Beverly should know her chances of getting pregnant involve ______.
A) little difficulty because many women wait until they are older to have a child
B) her previous illness increasing the chance of having multiple births
C) getting pregnant fairly easily, but having difficulty carrying a baby to full term
D) very low odds since her previous illness can cause infertility

Accepted Answer

Ovarian cancer and its treatment can significantly impact fertility, often leading to a reduced ability to conceive. This is because the treatment may involve surgery that affects the ovaries, chemotherapy, or radiation, all of which can harm fertility.

Question 15

Which factor contributes to obesity?
A) Screen time tends to stimulate physical activity which feels tiresome.
B) Fast-food restaurants tend to be more prevalent in low income areas.
C) Healthier diets are cheaper than fast food but people dislike them.
D) Desk jobs are more coveted than jobs involving physical activity.

Accepted Answer

Fast-food restaurants tend to be more prevalent in low income areas, making it easier and more affordable for people in those communities to consume unhealthy foods. This can contribute to obesity. The other options do not accurately reflect factors that contribute to obesity.

Question 16

What percentage of American adults over the age of 20 are considered overweight?
A) 10%
B) 25%
C) 33%
D) 45%

Accepted Answer

According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 73.6% of American adults aged 20 and over are considered overweight or obese. However, the closest option provided here is 33%, which is significantly lower than the actual figure. This might be a misunderstanding or an outdated statistic. The correct current data indicates a much higher percentage.

Question 17

Athletes who are at risk for chronic traumatic encephalopathy are ones who experience ______.
A) migraine headaches
B) hypertension
C) head injuries
D) shock

Accepted Answer

Chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) is a progressive degenerative brain disease that can result from repeated head injuries, particularly those that involve concussions. Therefore, athletes who are at risk for CTE are ones who experience head injuries.

Question 18

Dax is concerned that his weight gain during college and in the 2 years since he graduated has made him obese. What would his body mass index be at or above for him to be considered obese?
A) 25
B) 30
C) 35
D) 40

Accepted Answer

A body mass index (BMI) of 30 or above is considered obese.

Question 19

What percentage of American adults over the age of 20 are considered obese?
A) 10%
B) 25%
C) 33%
D) 45%

Accepted Answer

The answer of What percentage of American adults over the...

Question 20

Weight gain throughout early adulthood predicts illnesses such as ______.
A) cardiovascular disease
B) autoimmune disease
C) allergic reactions
D) migraine headaches

Accepted Answer

Weight gain throughout early adulthood has been shown to be a risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease, as well as other chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension. Autoimmune disease, allergic reactions, and migraine headaches have not been consistently linked to weight gain in early adulthood.

Quiz 13: Physical and Cognitive Development in Early Adulthood

Dasha has quite a bit of stress from her job as an assistant to a local politician. Lately, she has noticed she has been having some mood swings at work, and sometimes delays going in because she thinks she is handling the stress poorly. Which recommendation may be the most helpful for Dasha?

Which symptom is associated with chronic traumatic encephalopathy?

Which reason is why young adults find it difficult to eat healthily?

People in their 30s can make better parents because of ______.

Which percentage of individuals with a history of repetitive mild traumatic brain injury showed chronic traumatic encephalopathy symptoms?

The number and quality of sperm produced by a man declines beginning at about age ______.

Which individual is most likely to recover the fastest after an illness?

The most common fatal injuries among young adults under age 25 involve ______.

Effective weight loss interventions are the ones that emphasize ______.

Which statement accurately reflects the recommended exercise necessary for improved health?

Conception is more difficult as women age because ______.

The most common fatal injuries among young adults over age 25 involve ______.

It is difficult to avoid overeating as people age because ______.

Beverly was diagnosed with ovarian cancer when she was 35. At age 38, Beverly and her partner want to start a family. Beverly should know her chances of getting pregnant involve ______.

Which factor contributes to obesity?

What percentage of American adults over the age of 20 are considered overweight?

Athletes who are at risk for chronic traumatic encephalopathy are ones who experience ______.

Dax is concerned that his weight gain during college and in the 2 years since he graduated has made him obese. What would his body mass index be at or above for him to be considered obese?

What percentage of American adults over the age of 20 are considered obese?

Weight gain throughout early adulthood predicts illnesses such as ______.