HLTH EXAM 1
Define cancer - ANS-an abnormal and uncontrollable growth of cells
Define heart disease - ANS-Clogged arteries, hypertension, heart attacks
Define strokes - ANS-Lack of oxygen to the brain
Using the above diseases, what do you think contributes most to developing any of the
above? - ANS-I think what contributes most to developing any of the type of diseases
above are your genetics and having an unhealthy lifestyle.
What are the leading causes of death for those under age 85, over 85, and between
ages 1-34 years old? - ANS-Under 85- Cancer
Over 85- Heart disease
1-34 years- Unintentional Injuries meaning automobile accidents
What are the 3 primary components of health that we will focus on in this course? -
ANS-Physical, Mental, and Social
Define wellness - ANS-The active process of promoting the best possible state of being.
When it comes to bad choices, what is our current way of thinking? - ANS-Our current
way of thinking tends to be to take the path of least resistance or take the easy way out.
List the 2 steps involved in changing a behavior. - ANS-One minimize the influence of
the now and try to avoid the immediate positive effects of what you are doing, two
remind yourself of the later and Keep reminding yourself of the good things that will
occur to you in the future.
List 3 factors to consider when selecting a doctor. - ANS-Referrals, what issuance they
cover, and their credentials
Ears - ANS-Hearing loss, infections, and blockage
Eyes - ANS-Redness, infections, paleness, pain, pressure, and vision issues
Nose - ANS-Infections, allergies, and sinuses
, Mouth - ANS-Sores, ulcers, receding gums, and STD's
Neck - ANS-Swollen glands lymph nodes and thyroid gland
Chest - ANS-breast exams and breathing
Abdomen - ANS-Liver, spleen and stomach for tenderness or lumps
Genitals - (why are rectal exam and pap smears done?) - ANS-A rectal exam is
performed to detect prostate problems and pap smears are used to detect abnormal cell
growth in the cervix which is the opening of the uterus
Extremities - ANS-test reflexes, look for varicose veins, swollen ankles and feet
What is a stethoscope and why is it used? - ANS-A stethoscope is a device used to
listen to the heart and lungs.
What is an electrocardiogram? - ANS-An electrocardiogram (ECG, EKG) measures the
electrical activity of the heart.
Define blood pressure - ANS-Blood pressure is the pressure or force on arteries and
veins.
What is systolic and what does it represent? - ANS-Systolic is the top number and
represents when the heart contracts
What is diastolic and what does it represent? - ANS-Diastolic is the bottom number and
represents when the heart relaxes
What is considered borderline high blood pressure? - ANS-Borderline high blood
pressure is 140/90
Heart - ANS-Pumps blood with oxygen throughout the body
Lungs - ANS-Inspiring air from which oxygen is extracted and for exhaling carbon
dioxide
Liver - ANS-The production of bule and the detoxification of alcohol
Define cancer - ANS-an abnormal and uncontrollable growth of cells
Define heart disease - ANS-Clogged arteries, hypertension, heart attacks
Define strokes - ANS-Lack of oxygen to the brain
Using the above diseases, what do you think contributes most to developing any of the
above? - ANS-I think what contributes most to developing any of the type of diseases
above are your genetics and having an unhealthy lifestyle.
What are the leading causes of death for those under age 85, over 85, and between
ages 1-34 years old? - ANS-Under 85- Cancer
Over 85- Heart disease
1-34 years- Unintentional Injuries meaning automobile accidents
What are the 3 primary components of health that we will focus on in this course? -
ANS-Physical, Mental, and Social
Define wellness - ANS-The active process of promoting the best possible state of being.
When it comes to bad choices, what is our current way of thinking? - ANS-Our current
way of thinking tends to be to take the path of least resistance or take the easy way out.
List the 2 steps involved in changing a behavior. - ANS-One minimize the influence of
the now and try to avoid the immediate positive effects of what you are doing, two
remind yourself of the later and Keep reminding yourself of the good things that will
occur to you in the future.
List 3 factors to consider when selecting a doctor. - ANS-Referrals, what issuance they
cover, and their credentials
Ears - ANS-Hearing loss, infections, and blockage
Eyes - ANS-Redness, infections, paleness, pain, pressure, and vision issues
Nose - ANS-Infections, allergies, and sinuses
, Mouth - ANS-Sores, ulcers, receding gums, and STD's
Neck - ANS-Swollen glands lymph nodes and thyroid gland
Chest - ANS-breast exams and breathing
Abdomen - ANS-Liver, spleen and stomach for tenderness or lumps
Genitals - (why are rectal exam and pap smears done?) - ANS-A rectal exam is
performed to detect prostate problems and pap smears are used to detect abnormal cell
growth in the cervix which is the opening of the uterus
Extremities - ANS-test reflexes, look for varicose veins, swollen ankles and feet
What is a stethoscope and why is it used? - ANS-A stethoscope is a device used to
listen to the heart and lungs.
What is an electrocardiogram? - ANS-An electrocardiogram (ECG, EKG) measures the
electrical activity of the heart.
Define blood pressure - ANS-Blood pressure is the pressure or force on arteries and
veins.
What is systolic and what does it represent? - ANS-Systolic is the top number and
represents when the heart contracts
What is diastolic and what does it represent? - ANS-Diastolic is the bottom number and
represents when the heart relaxes
What is considered borderline high blood pressure? - ANS-Borderline high blood
pressure is 140/90
Heart - ANS-Pumps blood with oxygen throughout the body
Lungs - ANS-Inspiring air from which oxygen is extracted and for exhaling carbon
dioxide
Liver - ANS-The production of bule and the detoxification of alcohol
