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The lower leg consists of the fibula and the:
The lower leg consists of the fibula and the:
The lower leg consists of the fibula and the:
 
  A) tibia.
  B) tarsals.
  C) patella.
  D) sacrum.


A muscle over which there is little or no conscious control is a:
 
  A) cardiac muscle.
daisy1234567   54   1 Reply
6 years ago
Discuss how daily mental exercise contributes to brain fitness. What will be an ideal ...
Discuss how daily mental exercise contributes to brain fitness. What will be an ideal ...
Discuss how daily mental exercise contributes to brain fitness.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


What are the risk factors surrounding osteoarthritis and how it affects the joints.
 
  What will be an ideal res
CB96   46   1 Reply
6 years ago
Active euthanasia is illegal throughout the United States. (True or false?)
Active euthanasia is illegal throughout the United States. (True or false?)
Active euthanasia is illegal throughout the United States.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


The traditional notion of retirement as a time of leisure has not changed.
 
  Indicate whether the s
daisy1234567   36   1 Reply
6 years ago
In the past 10 years, the number of Americans who are older than 65 has increased by :
In the past 10 years, the number of Americans who are older than 65 has increased by :
In the past 10 years, the number of Americans who are older than 65 has increased by
 
  A) 5.
  B) 15.
  C) 25.
  D) 35.


Life ________ systems artificially sustain one or more vital functions.
 
 
seterria   50   1 Reply
6 years ago
The risk of bone fractures is significantly increased in older adults with :
The risk of bone fractures is significantly increased in older adults with :
The risk of bone fractures is significantly increased in older adults with
 
  A) osteoporosis.
  B) diabetes.
  C) arthritis.
  D) cataracts.


In Alzheimer's disease, affected nerve cells in the brain are fill
Crow99   33   1 Reply
6 years ago
When Meghan's grandmother died, the family had a traditional religious service during which they ...
When Meghan's grandmother died, the family had a traditional religious service during which they ...
When Meghan's grandmother died, the family had a traditional religious service during which they said prayers and consoled one another. It concluded with a eulogy from her grandmother's pastor. What type of service was this?
 
  A) a wake
123123456   54   1 Reply
6 years ago
All of the following are characteristics of Alzheimer's disease EXCEPT :
All of the following are characteristics of Alzheimer's disease EXCEPT :
All of the following are characteristics of Alzheimer's disease EXCEPT
 
  A) it is not life threatening.
  B) it steals memory and concentration.
  C) it affects mood and personality.
  D) it can leave a person depressed an
Sqwill23   19   1 Reply
6 years ago
The most severe age-related neurological disorder is :
The most severe age-related neurological disorder is :
The most severe age-related neurological disorder is
 
  A) Alzheimer's disease.
  B) schizophrenia.
  C) dementia.
  D) memory loss.


Postmenopausal women have a greater risk for
 
  A) osteoporosis
bradenodom_3   47   1 Reply
6 years ago
Presbyopia affects a person's ability to :
Presbyopia affects a person's ability to :
Presbyopia affects a person's ability to
 
  A) hear high-pitched sounds.
  B) see close objects in low light.
  C) see objects far away.
  D) focus on the shape of an object.


Which of the following nutrients
bturner   96   1 Reply
6 years ago
What daily choices contribute to your carbon footprint? What will be an ideal ...
What daily choices contribute to your carbon footprint? What will be an ideal ...
What daily choices contribute to your carbon footprint?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Describe three ways you can reduce your energy consumption.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


What is th
Crow99   31   1 Reply
6 years ago
How should you dispose of old soaps, lotions, and cosmetics?
How should you dispose of old soaps, lotions, and cosmetics?
How should you dispose of old soaps, lotions, and cosmetics?
 
  A) Throw them in the kitchen trash.
  B) Flush them down the toilet.
  C) Place them in the recycle bin if your area recycles; otherwise, pour them down the drain.
zc323   42   1 Reply
6 years ago
To reduce your exposure to ionizing radiation, your best defense is to limit your contact with which ...
To reduce your exposure to ionizing radiation, your best defense is to limit your contact with which ...
To reduce your exposure to ionizing radiation, your best defense is to limit your contact with which of the following devices?
 
  A) microwave ovens
  B) AM/FM radios
  C) fluorescent light bulbs
  D) X-ray machines
timothyy5   38   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following terms is NOT associated with ozone or the ozone layer?
Which of the following terms is NOT associated with ozone or the ozone layer?
Which of the following terms is NOT associated with ozone or the ozone layer?
 
  A) chlorofluorocarbons
  B) hydrocarbons
  C) polychlorinated biphenyls
  D) foaming agents


Which is an example of ionizing rad
ferry_L   40   1 Reply
6 years ago
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are found in all of the following EXCEPT :
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are found in all of the following EXCEPT :
Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are found in all of the following EXCEPT
 
  A) foam containers.
  B) computers.
  C) air conditioning units.
  D) spray propellants.


All of the following are problems associated wit
Sonikapardal   67   1 Reply
6 years ago
The book Silent Spring warned of the environmental effects associated with :
The book Silent Spring warned of the environmental effects associated with :
The book Silent Spring warned of the environmental effects associated with
 
  A) pesticide use.
  B) water pollution.
  C) clear-cutting.
  D) hunting.


The potential effects of global warming include all of t
Maiem   55   1 Reply
6 years ago
A person can be charged with aggravated assault if they :
A person can be charged with aggravated assault if they :
A person can be charged with aggravated assault if they
 
  A) deliberately and unjustifiably kill another person.
  B) attack someone with the intent of causing them serious physical injury.
  C) continually harass someone to in
Jjmcadoo   27   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following would be most likely to suffer a violent crime?
Which of the following would be most likely to suffer a violent crime?
Which of the following would be most likely to suffer a violent crime?
 
  A) a young adult female living in an area with a high crime rate
  B) a young adult male living in a distressed community
  C) a middle-aged male a prospe
jibbyjam1   39   1 Reply
6 years ago
Mass shootings at Columbine High School and Virginia Tech have led to all the following EXCEPT :
Mass shootings at Columbine High School and Virginia Tech have led to all the following EXCEPT :
Mass shootings at Columbine High School and Virginia Tech have led to all the following EXCEPT
 
  A) increased crime rates on elementary, middle, and high school campuses since 2004.
  B) new emergency response plans and procedures o
Jjmcadoo   74   1 Reply
6 years ago
Back injuries on the job are most often the result of :
Back injuries on the job are most often the result of :
Back injuries on the job are most often the result of
 
  A) a fall.
  B) improperly lifting heavy objects.
  C) not wearing a lifting belt.
  D) repetitively lifting small objects.


In 2008, which type of viol
Irelandgb   35   1 Reply
6 years ago
The safest way to store a firearm is :
The safest way to store a firearm is :
The safest way to store a firearm is
 
  A) locked.
  B) away from children.
  C) unloaded.
  D) All of the answers are correct.


All of the following contribute to residential fires EXCEPT
 
  A) so
timothyy5   24   1 Reply
6 years ago
Speeding leads to unintentional injuries by :
Speeding leads to unintentional injuries by :
Speeding leads to unintentional injuries by
 
  A) increasing the distance needed to stop in an emergency.
  B) reducing the effectiveness of safety devices like seat belts and airbags.
  C) reducing the amount of time to react t
albulena   66   1 Reply
6 years ago
If you are vomiting and have a headache with high fever, you should seek care from a doctor as soon ...
If you are vomiting and have a headache with high fever, you should seek care from a doctor as soon ...
If you are vomiting and have a headache with high fever, you should seek care from a doctor as soon as possible.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Name three home screening kits currently available.
 
LMD   39   1 Reply
6 years ago
In any given week, more than 80 of U.S. adults are taking at least one type of medication. ...
In any given week, more than 80 of U.S. adults are taking at least one type of medication. ...
In any given week, more than 80 of U.S. adults are taking at least one type of medication.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


A study from 1986 is a good resource when searching online about health issues.
daisy1234567   15   1 Reply
6 years ago
Single-gene testing can tell you whether you carry DNA variants known to be linked to particular ...
Single-gene testing can tell you whether you carry DNA variants known to be linked to particular ...
Single-gene testing can tell you whether you carry DNA variants known to be linked to particular health conditions.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


Self-care involves any actions you take to keep yoursel
hobbydog25   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which nation has the most expensive health care in the world, spending more per person than any ...
Which nation has the most expensive health care in the world, spending more per person than any ...
Which nation has the most expensive health care in the world, spending more per person than any other country?
 
  A) United Kingdom
  B) United States
  C) France
  D) Germany


What year was the Affordable Car
Angellady   22   1 Reply
6 years ago
A primary care physician will take care of all of the following EXCEPT :
A primary care physician will take care of all of the following EXCEPT :
A primary care physician will take care of all of the following EXCEPT
 
  A) an apparent skin cancer.
  B) the flu.
  C) a physical.
  D) basic health screenings.


Which of the following should be a warning to
Jjmcadoo   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
A licensed professional who specializes in the care of the feet is known as a(n) :
A licensed professional who specializes in the care of the feet is known as a(n) :
A licensed professional who specializes in the care of the feet is known as a(n)
 
  A) pediatrician.
  B) pedicurist.
  C) practitioner.
  D) podiatrist.


Complementary and ________ medicine are health practic
Missmina01   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which of the following correctly lists the items from smallest to largest?
Which of the following correctly lists the items from smallest to largest?
Which of the following correctly lists the items from smallest to largest?
 
  A) DNA, genome, chromosome, gene
  B) genome, gene, DNA, chromosome
  C) DNA, gene, chromosome, genome
  D) gene, genome, DNA, chromosome
Tamera   53   1 Reply
6 years ago
Discuss the issues to consider before trying to conceive a child. What will be an ideal ...
Discuss the issues to consider before trying to conceive a child. What will be an ideal ...
Discuss the issues to consider before trying to conceive a child.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


List and explain three options for infertile couples who want to have a baby.
 
  What will be an ideal respons
LMD   11   1 Reply
6 years ago
The embryo is most susceptible to damage from substances the mother ingests during the first ...
The embryo is most susceptible to damage from substances the mother ingests during the first ...
The embryo is most susceptible to damage from substances the mother ingests during the first trimester.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


The fetus gains most of its weight during the second trimester.
bturner   40   1 Reply
6 years ago
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breast-feeding exclusively for how long?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breast-feeding exclusively for how long?
The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breast-feeding exclusively for how long?
 
  A) 6 weeks
  B) 2 months
  C) 4 months
  D) 6 months


Women should make an appointment with their doctors to discuss th
Sqwill23   29   1 Reply
6 years ago
What occurs when the zygote implants within one of the fallopian tubes?
What occurs when the zygote implants within one of the fallopian tubes?
What occurs when the zygote implants within one of the fallopian tubes?
 
  A) miscarriage
  B) normal pregnancy
  C) ectopic pregnancy
  D) endometriosis


What condition occurs when the placenta remains in the
bradenodom_3   30   1 Reply
6 years ago
All of the following are increased risks in adolescent parents EXCEPT :
All of the following are increased risks in adolescent parents EXCEPT :
All of the following are increased risks in adolescent parents EXCEPT
 
  A) difficulty in conception.
  B) interruption in the progress of their own development.
  C) interruption in education.
  D) sexually transmitted in
asimpson77   15   1 Reply
6 years ago
Describe how a condom should be properly used.
Describe how a condom should be properly used.
Describe how a condom should be properly used.
 
  What will be an ideal response?


How should you decide on a method of contraception?
 
  What will be an ideal response?


Identify the physiological
Irelandgb   24   1 Reply
6 years ago
EC prevents pregnancy by delaying or inhibiting ovulation. (True or false?)
EC prevents pregnancy by delaying or inhibiting ovulation. (True or false?)
EC prevents pregnancy by delaying or inhibiting ovulation.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false.


ParaGard and Mirena are types of condom products.
 
  Indicate whether the statement is true or false
boobear86   16   1 Reply
6 years ago
The diaphragm belongs in which contraceptive category?
The diaphragm belongs in which contraceptive category?
The diaphragm belongs in which contraceptive category?
 
  A) natural
  B) barrier
  C) hormonal
  D) surgical


Most unmarried sexually active adults aged 18-29 say that it is very important to avoid pregnancy
Leahlaibe   31   1 Reply
6 years ago
All of the following are true about abortions EXCEPT :
All of the following are true about abortions EXCEPT :
All of the following are true about abortions EXCEPT
 
  A) the earlier an abortion is performed, the lower the risk of complications.
  B) in some abortions there is a chance the embryo or fetus is not completely removed.
  C) d
seterria   19   1 Reply
6 years ago
Which form of contraception is associated with a reduction in risk for ovarian and endometrial ...
Which form of contraception is associated with a reduction in risk for ovarian and endometrial ...
Which form of contraception is associated with a reduction in risk for ovarian and endometrial cancer?
 
  A) condoms
  B) IUDs
  C) birth control pills
  D) None of the answers is correct.


What is known as th
Sqwill23   12   1 Reply
6 years ago
In which of the following processes required for a pregnancy, is the egg released regularly?
In which of the following processes required for a pregnancy, is the egg released regularly?
In which of the following processes required for a pregnancy, is the egg released regularly?
 
  A) conception
  B) fertilization
  C) implantation
  D) ovulation


In which of the following processes required f
timothyy5   32   1 Reply
6 years ago
A plastic, T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus for long-term pregnancy prevention is ...
A plastic, T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus for long-term pregnancy prevention is ...
A plastic, T-shaped device that is inserted into the uterus for long-term pregnancy prevention is called a(n)
 
  A) diaphragm.
  B) cervical cap.
  C) spermicide.
  D) intrauterine device (IUD).


Which of the
Samantha1124   43   1 Reply
6 years ago
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