Question 1

In 2015, approximately what percentage of millennials in the United States were from minorities?&#10;A) 22%&#10;B) 36%&#10;C) 44%&#10;D) 58%

Accepted Answer

In 2015, approximately 44% of millennials in the United States were from minority groups, reflecting the increasing diversity within this generation.

Question 2

In 2013, what percentage of the U.S. population was foreign born?&#10;A) 8%&#10;B) 14%&#10;C) 22%&#10;D) 36%

Accepted Answer

In 2013, approximately 14% of the U.S. population was foreign-born, reflecting the country's ongoing demographic changes and immigration patterns.

Question 3

In 2014, approximately what percentage of all college students in graduate and undergraduate programs were women?&#10;A) 45%&#10;B) 53%&#10;C) 69%&#10;D) 77%

Accepted Answer

In 2014, approximately 69% of all college students in graduate and undergraduate programs were women.

Question 4

Military sexual trauma, deployment to war zones, and combat exposure are most likely to increase the risk for which of the following in women? (Select all that apply.)&#10;A) Heart disease&#10;B) Posttraumatic stress disorder&#10;C) Depression&#10;D) Obesity&#10;E) Substance abuse

Accepted Answer

Military sexual trauma, deployment to war zones, and combat exposure are significant stressors that can lead to mental health issues. Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and depression are common outcomes due to the intense stress and traumatic experiences associated with these events. Substance abuse may also increase as individuals might use alcohol or drugs as a coping mechanism to deal with the trauma and its psychological effects.

Question 5

On average, men who were full-time workers earned how much more than women who were full-time workers in 2013, given comparable educational level?&#10;A) 0%&#10;B) 2% to 5%&#10;C) 7% to 12%&#10;D) 19% to 25%

Accepted Answer

In 2013, on average, men who were full-time workers earned significantly more than their female counterparts with comparable educational levels, with the gap ranging from 19% to 25%. This discrepancy highlights the gender pay gap that persists even when education and full-time employment status are controlled for.

Question 6

In 2014, women older than 18 years who did not live with a spouse were most likely to do which of the following?&#10;A) Live alone&#10;B) Be the head of the household&#10;C) Live with relatives&#10;D) Live with nonrelatives

Accepted Answer

In 2014, women older than 18 years who did not live with a spouse were most likely to live alone, as this was a common living arrangement for single women.

Question 7

About what percentage of all pregnancies in the United States are unplanned?&#10;A) 10%&#10;B) 25%&#10;C) 50%&#10;D) 75%

Accepted Answer

About 50% of all pregnancies in the United States are unplanned, highlighting the need for improved access to contraception and reproductive health education.

Question 8

Which of the following was life expectancy of a woman in 1900?&#10;A) 48 years&#10;B) 54 years&#10;C) 66 years&#10;D) 72 years

Accepted Answer

In 1900, the life expectancy of a woman was approximately 48 years. This was due to higher mortality rates from diseases and complications during childbirth.

Question 9

Which of the following are leading causes of death in women today? (Select all that apply.)&#10;A) Heart disease&#10;B) Childbirth&#10;C) Cancer&#10;D) Infectious disease&#10;E) Respiratory disease

Accepted Answer

Heart disease, cancer, and respiratory diseases are among the leading causes of death in women today. Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in many parts of the world, including the United States. Cancer, particularly breast, lung, and colorectal cancers, also significantly contributes to mortality rates among women. Respiratory diseases, including chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia, are also leading causes of death. While childbirth and infectious diseases are significant health concerns, they do not rank as high as the other conditions mentioned in terms of leading causes of death globally for women.

Question 10

Which of the following is the most common sexually transmitted infection among young adults in the United States?&#10;A) Human immunodeficiency virus&#10;B) Human papillomavirus&#10;C) Gonorrhea&#10;D) Chlamydia

Accepted Answer

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is the most common sexually transmitted infection among young adults in the United States. It often goes unnoticed because it can be asymptomatic, but it can lead to health issues such as genital warts and cervical cancer.

Question 11

Which country spends a larger proportion of its gross national product on health care than any other?&#10;A) China&#10;B) Japan&#10;C) United States&#10;D) Germany

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Question 12

Which of the following is the largest preventable cause of mortality among adult women?&#10;A) Obesity&#10;B) Binge drinking&#10;C) Cigarette smoking&#10;D) Unprotected sex

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Question 13

Which of the following is an example of a sex characteristic, rather than a gender characteristic?&#10;A) Self-identifying as a male&#10;B) Playing with toy soldiers&#10;C) Wearing a neck tie&#10;D) Having a penis

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Question 14

According to Meleis, which of the following are key concepts in understanding women's health?&#10;A) Racism&#10;B) Stigma&#10;C) Poverty&#10;D) Exploitation&#10;E) Oppression

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Question 15

Which of the following should be included among future goals for women's health? (Select all that apply.)&#10;A) Broaden research topics related to women's health&#10;B) Increase the number of birthing centers in major cities&#10;C) Study women populations that have not yet been well researched&#10;D) Educate health care providers on issues of women's health&#10;E) Focus on treatment of chronic conditions in women rather than on prevention

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Deck 1: Women and Their Health