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  • An autoimmune disease is defined as
  • Which statement describes a proactive way to prevent viral infections?
  • According to MyPlate, which statement is true about how the plate should be balanced?
  • Emphysema is best described as which of the following?
  • Drug and alcohol addiction can influence which aspects of a person's life?
  • Which action applies pressure to a choking person's stomach to force an object out of the throat?
  • Explain cancer.
  • Which statement about cholesterol is correct?
  • Which technique is used to save a victim who isn't breathing and doesn't have a heartbeat?
  • Which professional is a medical doctor who specializes in illnesses of the brain and body that affect emotions and behavior and can prescribe medications for depression?
  • What is the first aid approach for a severe bleeding wound?
  • When using a rescue mask with a one-way valve, what does it do?
  • Cancer is defined as
  • Which term refers to promotional language that uses phrases such as “scientific breakthrough,” “miraculous cure,” and “secret ingredient”?
  • Which term describes someone who is better able to deal with life's problems and struggles?
  • Which term best describes a substance used to prevent disease by training the immune system?
  • High cholesterol refers to
  • Which term does the acronym ETS stand for?
  • Fetal alcohol syndrome (FAS) is defined as which of the following?
  • Which fitness component is also known as cardiorespiratory fitness?
  • This term means anything that causes a stress response.
  • How many calories are there per gram of carbohydrates?
  • Which term means an unexpected event that causes injury?
  • Which professional tries to change thoughts, feelings, and actions by exploring underlying causes and suggesting new ways to manage emotions?
  • Infectious disease is defined as
  • Which of the following are signs of a heart attack?
  • Blood Alcohol Concentration, or BAC, is the measurement of what?
  • Which statement correctly defines an autoimmune disease?
  • Which nutrient provides amino acids essential to the body?
  • How much water is commonly recommended per day?
  • Blood clots in the brain are called?
  • Which statement best describes the body's response to bacterial infections?
  • What is considered a healthy rate of weight loss per week?
  • If back blows do not dislodge the object in conscious choking, what is the next recommended step for an adult?
  • What is the first step in recovery for someone struggling with addiction?
  • Which statement correctly describes passive and second-hand smoke?
  • What are the signs of a stroke?
  • What is the recommended treatment for shock?
  • Which term best matches a professional who focuses on thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and uses talk therapy to help clients?
  • Which emergency technique involves giving air to someone who is not breathing?
  • Which phrase correctly names the measurement used to describe how much alcohol is in the bloodstream?
  • Hypertension is described as
  • Identify a bullying behavior.
  • Virus is defined as
  • What is cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) used for?
  • Stroke is defined as
  • This term describes anything that causes a stress response.
  • Which statement about Type 2 diabetes is accurate?
  • In conscious choking, where should back blows be delivered?
  • In MyPlate, dairy is represented by which type of portion?
  • Which statement best describes Anorexia Nervosa?
  • Lifestyle diseases are linked to how people live their life.
  • Which of the following is a warning sign for suicide?
  • Which statement describes a malignant tumor?
  • Which term describes a disease caused by an agent that can pass from one living thing to another?
  • What distinguishes a drug-to-drug interaction from a drug-to-condition interaction?
  • Which term is defined as a dynamic process of becoming aware of and making conscious choices toward a more balanced and healthy lifestyle?
  • What term describes a drug used to cure, prevent, or treat illness or discomfort?
  • Which statement about Type 1 diabetes is accurate?
  • Which statement best distinguishes aerobic endurance from anaerobic endurance?
  • What are common risks associated with anabolic steroids?
  • Which term refers to emergency medical care for someone who has been hurt or who is sick?
  • Which term means a condition in which a person needs more of a drug to feel the original effects of the drug?
  • Which term describes the stress response that happens when winning, succeeding, and achieving?
  • Septic shock is caused by
  • This term refers to the combination of a new or possibly threatening situation and your body's natural response to a situation.
  • Immune system is
  • What does metabolism refer to?
  • Which term describes text with impressive-sounding language used to promote a weight loss product, such as 'hunger stimulator point' and 'thermogenesis'?
  • Which foods provide complete proteins?
  • Which term describes the body's response to reduce blood flow in a medical crisis?
  • Vaccine is
  • Which term describes the body's physiological short-term and long-term reaction to stress?
  • Which fats are considered healthy unsaturated fats?
  • An eating disorder in which a person eats a large amount of food and then tries to remove the food from the body.
  • Which statement best defines a hereditary disease?
  • Who should you consult before taking any medications?
  • Which statement best reflects the roles of home, school, and community in promoting healthy living in adolescents?
  • Which term refers to a health information scam distributed digitally?
  • What is the difference between psychological and physiological shock?
  • Which term describes text that uses impressive-sounding words like 'hunger stimulator point' and 'thermogenesis' to describe a product?
  • Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs places 'self-actualization' at which position?
  • What does high LDL cholesterol contribute to?
  • Which statement best describes inherited diseases?
  • Antibiotic is
  • What role do vaccinations play in viral infections?
  • Which term refers to substances in food that the body needs to function properly?
  • Which term does the acronym FDA refer to in the context of food and drug safety in the United States?
  • Which term describes an unexpected event that causes injury?
  • How is addiction defined?
  • Which term refers to a facility with trained doctors and counselors where people who abuse drugs can get help for their problems?
  • During CPR, how many chest compressions are given before rescue breaths?
  • Which statement is true about infectious diseases?
  • An eating disorder that involves self-starvation, an unhealthy body image, and extreme weight loss.
  • Which is NOT a major food category?
  • What term describes a long commercial that informs or instructs, often in an entertaining manner?
  • Which of the following statements about autoimmune diseases is true?
  • Which is a healthy form of carbohydrates?
  • Which term describes emergency medical care for someone who is hurt or sick?
  • Which statement describes dysthymia?
  • To lose 1 pound, you need to burn how many extra calories?
  • The Health Triangle represents balance among which three aspects?
  • What is the correct depth for chest compressions during CPR?
  • Which term describes having to do with the functions of the human body and its systems?
  • Which statement explains why labeling a product as natural or non-toxic does not automatically guarantee safety?
  • Muscular endurance refers to
  • What is the first step in the 5-step decision-making process?
  • In the Health Triangle, which component corresponds to mental state and emotions?
  • Which term describes a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being, not merely the absence of disease?
  • In unconscious choking, what is the first step you should perform?
  • Which fitness component is best described as the ability to hold a position or repeat a movement many times?
  • Body Mass Index (BMI) is defined as
  • Which term is the emergency procedure used to restore breathing and circulation?
  • What tool shows you what kinds of food to eat and how much you should eat every day?
  • Basal metabolic rate is the amount of daily energy expended by humans at rest, supporting the functioning of vital organs; lean tissue requires about 16 calories per pound per day.
  • Which describes sexual abuse in a relationship?
  • Environmental tobacco smoke (ETS) refers to which of the following?
  • Which statement correctly matches treatment or prevention for bacterial and viral infections?
  • How can you prevent infectious diseases when performing First Aid?
  • Which step involves reflecting on what you could have done differently after making a decision?
  • What is a key reason school nutritional programs matter for students?
  • Which term describes a condition that requires more of a drug to achieve the same effect?
  • In Maslow's hierarchy, the bottom three needs are considered
  • What condition do blood clots in the heart commonly cause?
  • Cardiogenic shock occurs when the heart is severely damaged.
  • What is a tumor?
  • Which technique is used to dislodge a foreign object in a choking person by applying pressure to the stomach?
  • Which of the following is a common advertising red flag?
  • What term refers to substances in food that your body needs to function properly?
  • Which statement about metabolism is true according to the material?
  • Bacteria are described as
  • Which statement best describes the purpose of BMI?
  • This term describes the way people think about and respond to events in their daily lives.
  • Which term refers to behaviors that assist us in functioning better in a given situation?
  • If someone has high LDL cholesterol, what does this indicate about heart disease risk?
  • What is cancer?
  • Which term is the overarching state of well-being that includes physical, mental, and social aspects, not merely the absence of illness?
  • In Maslow's hierarchy, which level is directly above physiological needs?
  • Which term describes the body's response when a dependent person stops using a drug?
  • Which behavior helps maintain a healthy dating relationship?
  • Which of the following is not among Maslow's five needs?
  • What causes a food allergy?
  • Cardiovascular fitness is best described as
  • Explain the use of an AED.
  • Which of the following is a characteristic of a healthy dating relationship?
  • Which term describes the positive form of stress that occurs when you are winning, succeeding, or achieving?
  • MyPlate is a replacement for the food pyramid and balances how many food groups?
  • Which two needs are considered high-order in Maslow's hierarchy?
  • Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of depression?
  • Which term describes a disease in which cells grow uncontrollably and invade healthy tissue?
  • Which statement best describes a 'safe' claim about a product?
  • Which statement best describes an autoimmune disease?
  • Which term best fits the description: promotional language used to describe products, such as ‘promotional terms’?
  • What are the three main types of abuse in abusive relationships?
  • A tumor is
  • Which term describes the baseline amount of energy the body uses at rest to maintain vital functions?
  • Which practice involves not only hearing what someone says but also showing that you understand what the person is communicating?
  • What is MyPlate?
  • Health scam is described as
  • Anaerobic endurance is best described as
  • Flexibility is best described as
  • Type 2 diabetes is often related to lifestyle and can sometimes be managed without insulin.
  • What procedure helps confirm a cancer diagnosis by examining tissue for cancer cells?
  • What are the three steps to follow when you encounter a person who needs first aid?
  • What does detoxification refer to in addiction treatment?
  • Which term means sharing and understanding another person's feelings?
  • Which term describes the negative physical, mental, or emotional strain in response to a stressor?
  • Which of the following best defines a tumor?
  • According to the material, which is the second leading cause of death in the United States?
  • Binge Eating Disorder is best described as
  • Which statement best describes anaphylactic shock?
  • Aerobic endurance refers to
  • Which statement best contrasts viruses and bacteria?
  • Which term describes an extremely small particle consisting of an outer shell and genetic material?
  • Which term is defined as a dynamic process of becoming aware of and making conscious choices toward a more balanced and healthy lifestyle?
  • Which term means having to do with the functions of the human body and its systems?
  • Muscular strength is defined as
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