UTA HEALTH PROMO EXAM
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
ANSWERS
sympathetic nervous system - ANSWER-the division of the autonomic nervous
system that arouses the body, mobilizing its energy in stressful situations
parasympathetic nervous system - ANSWER-the division of the autonomic nervous
system that calms the body, conserving its energy
epinephrine and norepinephrine - ANSWER-fight-or-flight responses, wakefulness,
alertness
General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) - ANSWER-Selye's concept of the body's
adaptive response to stress in three phases—alarm, resistance, exhaustion.
allostatic load - ANSWER-the long-term negative impact of the stress response on
the body
can lead to heart dz, obesity, hypertension, and immune system issues
personality types - ANSWER-A. very competitive, hostile, impatient
B. relaxed, contemplative
C. difficulty expressing emotions, hopelessness
Hardy. Sees stress has a challenge and enjoyable
Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS) - ANSWER-assessment that measures
the amount of stress in a person's life over a one-year period resulting from major life
events
0-150= healthy, no issues
150-199 = mild life crisis, 33% chance of illness
200-299= moderate life crises, 50% C.O.I
>300= major life crises, 80% C.O.I
Steps/day recommendation - ANSWER-less than 5000 is sedentary
5k-7k= low activity
7.5k-9.9k= active
more than 12000 is highly active.
cardiorespiratory fitness - ANSWER-term that describes how efficiently the
cardiovascular and respiratory systems deliver oxygen to the muscles during
prolonged physical activity (20-60 mins/session)
Music Therapy - ANSWER-prescribed use of music by qualified person to effect
positive change in the psychological, cognitive or social functioning of individuals
with health or educational problems
, pet therapy - ANSWER-The use of trained animals and handlers to achieve specific
physical, social, cognitive, and emotional goals.
Aromatherapy - ANSWER-The therapeutic use of plant aromas for beauty and health
treatment.
Chamomile Oil - ANSWER-Used for stomach relief, sleep aid, reduce inflammation
peppermint oil - ANSWER-Antispasmodic; used for irritable bowel syndrome, energy,
congestion, increased mental status
Eucalyptus oil - ANSWER-used to reduce symptoms of respiratory dz, increased
concentration
Jasmine oil - ANSWER-used for healing, depression and childbirth
Lavender oil - ANSWER-Treatment of cuts and bruises; promotes sleep and
relaxation
Rosemary oil - ANSWER-Used as a mental stimulant, memory booster
"sacred herb"
Tea Tree Oil - ANSWER-topical anti-infective, boost immune system
Lemon oil - ANSWER-increased concentration, digestion, reduces acne and relieves
symptoms of arthritis
Nurse prevention levels - ANSWER-primary- preventative before diagnosis
Secondary- Early diagnosis, informs pts how to prevent chronic illness
Tertiary- Restores and rehabilitate client
Allopathic health care - ANSWER-health is emphasized on a cure
pt is passive
pt sees HCP as authoritative
recommended physical screening - ANSWER-Female- every 1 to 3 yrs
Male- every 1 to 5 yrs
recommended dental exam - ANSWER-twice a year
recommended TB screen - ANSWER-every 2 years
recommended BP screening - ANSWER-every 2 years
recommended blood cholesterol test - ANSWER-min. of 5 years after age 20
Recommended blood glucose screen - ANSWER-after age 45, every 3 years
Visual Activity screening - ANSWER-under age 40= 3-5 yrs
QUESTIONS WITH COMPLETE
ANSWERS
sympathetic nervous system - ANSWER-the division of the autonomic nervous
system that arouses the body, mobilizing its energy in stressful situations
parasympathetic nervous system - ANSWER-the division of the autonomic nervous
system that calms the body, conserving its energy
epinephrine and norepinephrine - ANSWER-fight-or-flight responses, wakefulness,
alertness
General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) - ANSWER-Selye's concept of the body's
adaptive response to stress in three phases—alarm, resistance, exhaustion.
allostatic load - ANSWER-the long-term negative impact of the stress response on
the body
can lead to heart dz, obesity, hypertension, and immune system issues
personality types - ANSWER-A. very competitive, hostile, impatient
B. relaxed, contemplative
C. difficulty expressing emotions, hopelessness
Hardy. Sees stress has a challenge and enjoyable
Social Readjustment Rating Scale (SRRS) - ANSWER-assessment that measures
the amount of stress in a person's life over a one-year period resulting from major life
events
0-150= healthy, no issues
150-199 = mild life crisis, 33% chance of illness
200-299= moderate life crises, 50% C.O.I
>300= major life crises, 80% C.O.I
Steps/day recommendation - ANSWER-less than 5000 is sedentary
5k-7k= low activity
7.5k-9.9k= active
more than 12000 is highly active.
cardiorespiratory fitness - ANSWER-term that describes how efficiently the
cardiovascular and respiratory systems deliver oxygen to the muscles during
prolonged physical activity (20-60 mins/session)
Music Therapy - ANSWER-prescribed use of music by qualified person to effect
positive change in the psychological, cognitive or social functioning of individuals
with health or educational problems
, pet therapy - ANSWER-The use of trained animals and handlers to achieve specific
physical, social, cognitive, and emotional goals.
Aromatherapy - ANSWER-The therapeutic use of plant aromas for beauty and health
treatment.
Chamomile Oil - ANSWER-Used for stomach relief, sleep aid, reduce inflammation
peppermint oil - ANSWER-Antispasmodic; used for irritable bowel syndrome, energy,
congestion, increased mental status
Eucalyptus oil - ANSWER-used to reduce symptoms of respiratory dz, increased
concentration
Jasmine oil - ANSWER-used for healing, depression and childbirth
Lavender oil - ANSWER-Treatment of cuts and bruises; promotes sleep and
relaxation
Rosemary oil - ANSWER-Used as a mental stimulant, memory booster
"sacred herb"
Tea Tree Oil - ANSWER-topical anti-infective, boost immune system
Lemon oil - ANSWER-increased concentration, digestion, reduces acne and relieves
symptoms of arthritis
Nurse prevention levels - ANSWER-primary- preventative before diagnosis
Secondary- Early diagnosis, informs pts how to prevent chronic illness
Tertiary- Restores and rehabilitate client
Allopathic health care - ANSWER-health is emphasized on a cure
pt is passive
pt sees HCP as authoritative
recommended physical screening - ANSWER-Female- every 1 to 3 yrs
Male- every 1 to 5 yrs
recommended dental exam - ANSWER-twice a year
recommended TB screen - ANSWER-every 2 years
recommended BP screening - ANSWER-every 2 years
recommended blood cholesterol test - ANSWER-min. of 5 years after age 20
Recommended blood glucose screen - ANSWER-after age 45, every 3 years
Visual Activity screening - ANSWER-under age 40= 3-5 yrs
