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HEALTH 2000 EXAM 2 STUDY GUIDE MOST TESTED
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+ WITH
RATIONALES
1. How many stages are included in the Transtheoretical Model of Behavior Change?
A. Three
B. Four
C. Five
D. Six
Rationale:
The Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change) consists of five distinct stages that describe readiness for
behavior change.
2. Which sequence correctly lists the stages of the Transtheoretical Model?
A. Awareness, motivation, planning, action, relapse
B. Knowledge, belief, decision, action, reinforcement
C. Precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance
D. Susceptibility, severity, benefits, barriers, cues
Rationale:
Behavior change progresses from no intention, to consideration, planning, action, and long-term
maintenance.
3. Which of the following represent the four main constructs of the Health Belief Model?
A. Knowledge, attitude, behavior, reinforcement
B. Perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefits, perceived barriers
C. Self-efficacy, readiness, action, maintenance
D. Individual, interpersonal, organizational, policy
Rationale:
The Health Belief Model explains health behavior based on personal beliefs about risk and benefit.
4. What best describes the Socioecological Model?
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A. A model explaining biological causes of disease
B. A framework focused only on individual behavior
C. A model showing health is influenced by multiple levels from individual to policy
D. A theory predicting motivation for behavior change
Rationale:
Health is shaped by interacting layers including social, environmental, and policy factors.
5. Why are theories used in health promotion?
A. To replace clinical judgment
B. To eliminate variability in behavior
C. To explain relationships, predict behavior, and guide interventions
D. To ensure ethical compliance
Rationale:
Theories provide a scientific foundation for understanding, predicting, and influencing health behavior.
6. What is considered the number one public health enemy in the United States?
A. Alcohol misuse
B. Obesity
C. Tobacco use
D. Physical inactivity
Rationale:
Tobacco remains the leading cause of preventable death nationwide.
7. What is the second leading public health enemy?
A. Substance abuse
B. Obesity and physical inactivity
C. Motor vehicle injuries
D. Poor nutrition alone
Rationale:
Obesity and inactivity contribute significantly to chronic disease burden.
8. Why are tobacco use and obesity considered major public health enemies?
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A. They are costly to treat
B. They reduce quality of life only
C. They are leading causes of preventable death and chronic disease
D. They affect only adults
Rationale:
Both are modifiable risk factors responsible for extensive morbidity and mortality.
9. Which strategies are most effective in addressing tobacco use?
A. Counseling alone
B. Advertising restrictions only
C. Education, smoking bans, taxation, and cessation programs
D. Voluntary agreements
Rationale:
Comprehensive, policy-supported approaches reduce tobacco use most effectively.
10. Which strategies help address obesity at the population level?
A. Medication therapy only
B. Genetic screening
C. Physical activity promotion, nutrition education, and access to healthy foods
D. Restricting food advertising
Rationale:
Environmental and behavioral strategies support sustainable weight management.
11. Injury-related deaths are classified into which two main categories?
A. Acute and chronic
B. Environmental and occupational
C. Unintentional and intentional
D. Preventable and non-preventable
Rationale:
Intent differentiates injuries caused accidentally versus deliberately.
12. Which are examples of unintentional injuries?
HEALTH 2000 EXAM 2 STUDY GUIDE MOST TESTED
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS GRADED A+ WITH
RATIONALES
1. How many stages are included in the Transtheoretical Model of Behavior Change?
A. Three
B. Four
C. Five
D. Six
Rationale:
The Transtheoretical Model (Stages of Change) consists of five distinct stages that describe readiness for
behavior change.
2. Which sequence correctly lists the stages of the Transtheoretical Model?
A. Awareness, motivation, planning, action, relapse
B. Knowledge, belief, decision, action, reinforcement
C. Precontemplation, contemplation, preparation, action, maintenance
D. Susceptibility, severity, benefits, barriers, cues
Rationale:
Behavior change progresses from no intention, to consideration, planning, action, and long-term
maintenance.
3. Which of the following represent the four main constructs of the Health Belief Model?
A. Knowledge, attitude, behavior, reinforcement
B. Perceived susceptibility, perceived severity, perceived benefits, perceived barriers
C. Self-efficacy, readiness, action, maintenance
D. Individual, interpersonal, organizational, policy
Rationale:
The Health Belief Model explains health behavior based on personal beliefs about risk and benefit.
4. What best describes the Socioecological Model?
,ESTUDYR
A. A model explaining biological causes of disease
B. A framework focused only on individual behavior
C. A model showing health is influenced by multiple levels from individual to policy
D. A theory predicting motivation for behavior change
Rationale:
Health is shaped by interacting layers including social, environmental, and policy factors.
5. Why are theories used in health promotion?
A. To replace clinical judgment
B. To eliminate variability in behavior
C. To explain relationships, predict behavior, and guide interventions
D. To ensure ethical compliance
Rationale:
Theories provide a scientific foundation for understanding, predicting, and influencing health behavior.
6. What is considered the number one public health enemy in the United States?
A. Alcohol misuse
B. Obesity
C. Tobacco use
D. Physical inactivity
Rationale:
Tobacco remains the leading cause of preventable death nationwide.
7. What is the second leading public health enemy?
A. Substance abuse
B. Obesity and physical inactivity
C. Motor vehicle injuries
D. Poor nutrition alone
Rationale:
Obesity and inactivity contribute significantly to chronic disease burden.
8. Why are tobacco use and obesity considered major public health enemies?
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A. They are costly to treat
B. They reduce quality of life only
C. They are leading causes of preventable death and chronic disease
D. They affect only adults
Rationale:
Both are modifiable risk factors responsible for extensive morbidity and mortality.
9. Which strategies are most effective in addressing tobacco use?
A. Counseling alone
B. Advertising restrictions only
C. Education, smoking bans, taxation, and cessation programs
D. Voluntary agreements
Rationale:
Comprehensive, policy-supported approaches reduce tobacco use most effectively.
10. Which strategies help address obesity at the population level?
A. Medication therapy only
B. Genetic screening
C. Physical activity promotion, nutrition education, and access to healthy foods
D. Restricting food advertising
Rationale:
Environmental and behavioral strategies support sustainable weight management.
11. Injury-related deaths are classified into which two main categories?
A. Acute and chronic
B. Environmental and occupational
C. Unintentional and intentional
D. Preventable and non-preventable
Rationale:
Intent differentiates injuries caused accidentally versus deliberately.
12. Which are examples of unintentional injuries?
