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Q: What is the most common reason college women give for not reporting crimes to the police? a. The crime happened at night. b. The crime did not seem serious. c. The crime had no witnesses. d. The crime did not involve a weapon.

Q: The majority of crimes committed on campus: a. are perpetrated by an acquaintance b. are never reported to police c. involve weapons d. occur at night

Q: Americans own more than ____of the firearms that are in civilians' hands globally. a. 25% b. 30% c. 40% d. 55%

Q: Which of the following ethnic groups has the greatest risk of victimization? a. Asians b. African Americans c. Native Americans d. Pacific Islanders

Q: What is the third leading cause of death for young people aged 10 to 24 years old? a. drug overdose b. car accident c. alcohol poisoning d. homicide

Q: Which statements best describes the research on gender and risk of injury and death? a. Women are more likely to die of an occupational injury. b. Men are more likely to commit murder and to be murdered. c. Women are more likely to be victims of homicide. d. Men living in poverty are more likely to fear crime.

Q: The second leading cause of death from unintentional injuries at home is: a. drowning b. falls c. poisoning d. burns

Q: The leading cause of death in the home is: a. drowning b. falls c. poisoning d. burns

Q: What percentage of workers who use computers experience computer vision syndrome? a. 60% b. 70% c. 80% d. 90%

Q: ____ is a repetitive motion injury that causes pain or numbness in the hands. a. Carpal tunnel syndrome b. Nerve damage c. Radial inflammation d. Carpel ligament damage

Q: The number one claim for workers compensation injuries is a. back injury b. eye injury c. repetitive motion injury d. neck injury

Q: Which industry is among those with the highest fatality rates? a. education b. healthcare c. law enforcement d. construction

Q: The second most-frequent site for accidents is: a. the car b. the home c. the workplace d. an athletic facility

Q: Motorcyclists are ____times more likely to die in a crash than passenger car occupants. a. 10 b. 15 c. 25 d. 35

Q: What percentage of all bicycle riders in the U.S. wear helmets regularly? a. 15% b. 25% c. 50% d. 65%

Q: The most common motorcycle injury is: a. skin laceration b. broken ankle c. eye injury d. head trauma

Q: Which strategy is best for dealing with road rage? a. Reduce the stress in your life. b. Drive at night to avoid other drivers. c. Take your time in the passing lane. d. Honk the horn instead of yelling.

Q: What provides the best protection against spine fractures? a. shatter-proof glass b. seat belts and air bags c. air bags only d. sitting in the back seat

Q: Which group is least likely to wear seat belts?a. men between the ages of 14-18b. women between the ages of 14-18c. men between the ages of 19-29d. women between the ages of 19-29

Q: ____ is the second leading cause of automobile accidents. a. Alcohol use b. Not wearing a seatbelt c. Speeding d. Falling asleep at the wheel

Q: About ____of drivers ages 18-29 in the United States report texting or sending emails while driving. a. 25% b. 33% c. 50% d. 66%

Q: Vehicle crashes involving ____ drivers result in about 25 fatalities each day. a. drunk b. teen c. female d. aggressive

Q: The number one cause of serious motor vehicle crashes is: a. falling asleep at the wheel b. speeding c. alcohol use d. talking to others in the car

Q: Accidents can occur because people find certain activities stimulating. What is this contributing factor called? a. situational b. thrill-seeking c. stress-related d. unintentional

Q: Which strategy is good to follow in an emergency? a. Drive to the hospital if the ambulance takes too long. b. Splint broken bones to prevent further injury. c. Give the victim water to ensure hydration. d. Do not move a victim.

Q: According to the textbook, what is one common risk factor for accidents? a. gender b. weight c. race d. stress

Q: ____ kill more college-age men and women than all other causes combined. a. Alcohol poisonings b. Suicides c. Accidents d. Drug overdoses

Q: Explain what manipulative and body-based treatments are, and identify three types.

Q: List some of the major body systems and functions your physician may check as part of a medical exam.

Q: Identify three different home health tests that you might use on yourself, and explain the purpose of each test.

Q: List the normal range for vital signs.

Q: Discuss why knowing your family health history is important.

Q: A(n) ____________________ plan is a PPO that allows patients to use physicians outside the network.

Q: Match the items below with the most appropriate description. a. chiropractic medicine b. 15 to 20 per minute c. naturopathy d. Ayurveda e. biologically-based therapy f. 72 per minute g. homeopathy h. acupuncture i. herbal medicine j. mind-body medicine 1) emphasizes natural treatments including diet and exercise 2) normal pulse rate 3) may include biofeedback and visualization 4) may include vitamins and herbs as well as special diets 5) normal respiration rate 6) based on the philosophy that a cycle of energy circulating through the body controls health 7) a traditional Indian medical treatment involving meditation, exercise, herbal medications, and nutrition 8) based on three fundamental principles: like cures like; treatment must always be individualized; and less is more 9) an ancient form of medical treatment using substances derived from trees, flowers, ferns, seaweeds, and lichens to treat disease. 10) a method of treating disease, primarily through manipulating the bones and joints to restore normal nerve function.

Q: ____________________ refers to the provision of medical services and equipment to patients in the home to restore or maintain comfort, function, and health.

Q: ____________________ care refers to ambulatory or outpatient care provided by a physician in an office, emergency room, or clinic.

Q: The system in which health-care services and reimbursement are predetermined by third-party insurers is known as ____________________.

Q: ____________________ is a traditional Indian medical treatment involving meditation, exercise, herbal medications, and nutrition.

Q: Chiropractic medicine is based on the theory that many human diseases are caused by misalignment of the spine, also called ____________________.

Q: ____________________ includes dietary changes, steam baths, and exercise.

Q: One of the principles of ____________________ is that like cures like.

Q: ____________________ involves the insertion and manipulation of needles at specific points throughout the body.

Q: ____________________ medicine combines aspects of conventional and alternative medicines.

Q: The approach to medicine that takes into account body, mind, emotions, and spirit is called ____________________ medicine.

Q: ____________________ is surgery to remove fatty tissue.

Q: A(n) ____________________ suit is the claim that a physician failed to meet the standards of care required of a reasonably skilled and careful medical doctor.

Q: A(n) ____________________ records the electrical activity of the heart.

Q: The choice of a medical treatment on the basis of large, randomized, and controlled research trials, and large prospective studies, is called ____________________.

Q: ____________________ are recommendations for diagnosis and treatment of various health problems based on evidence from scientific research

Q: About ____________________ of the population in the United States has limited ability to understand health information and to use that information to make good decisions about health and medical care.

Q: Your physician may check your pulse in various places, looking for signs of ____________________.

Q: Women should start receiving a(n) ____________________ starting at 21 years of age.

Q: ____________________ serve as the primary healthcare providers for more than half of all women.

Q: ____________________ is the early stage of gum disease.

Q: The sticky film of bacteria that forms on the teeth is called ____________________.

Q: The Affordable Care Act is estimated to eventually provide insurance coverage for ____ uninsured Americans. a. 4 million b. 8 million c. 16 million d. 32 million

Q: An organization that provides health services on a fixed-contract basis is a: a. fee-for-service plan b. preferred provider organization c. health maintenance organization d. point-of-service plan

Q: Health-care spending in the United States has soared to: a. $513 billion b. $926 billion c. $1.3 trillion d. $2.6 trillion

Q: Which surgical procedure is most likely to be handled by an outpatient treatment center? a. hip replacement b. vasectomy c. mastectomy d. balloon angioplasty

Q: Highly specialized care that is available at university-affiliated hospitals and regional referral centers is called: a. primary care b. secondary care c. tertiary care d. alternative care

Q: Ambulatory or outpatient care that is provided in an emergency room or clinic is called: a. non-managed care b. primary care c. secondary care d. tertiary care

Q: A dentist who specializes in straightening teeth practices: a. ophthalmology b. optometry c. occupational therapy d. orthodontics

Q: A licensed healthcare professional who treats eye diseases and performs surgery is called an a. ophthalmologist b. optometrist c. occupational therapist d. orthodontist

Q: Licensed healthcare professionals who specialize in problems of the feet are called: a. orthodontists b. occupational therapists c. optometrists d. podiatrists

Q: Which practice describes an ancient Chinese form of medicine based on the philosophy that a cycle of energy circulates through the body to control health? a. acupuncture b. reflexology c. reiki d. visualization

Q: Integrative medicine refers to: a. combining selected elements of conventional and alternative medicines b. the use of Ayurvedic medicine c. an approach to medicine that primarily uses mental imagery d. the exclusive use of herbal medicines for treatment

Q: What percentage of U.S. adults report using complimentary and alternative medicine in the past 12 months? a. 18% b. 28% c. 38% d. 48%

Q: Every year, Americans spend ____ on medical quackery. a. $500 million b. $1 billion c. $5 billion d. $10 billion

Q: About _____ percent of people with tattoos say they regret getting the tattoo. a. 4 b. 14 c. 24 d. 34

Q: The American Society of Plastic Surgeons estimates the mortality rate for liposuction is 1 in ____ patients. a. 500 b. 5,000 c. 50,000 d. 500,000

Q: What percentage of patients who undergo LASIK surgery require additional surgery, or "enhancements," to sharpen their vision? a. 1 to 2 b. 5 to 10 c. 10 to 30 d. 50 to 70

Q: What is the most common cosmetic operation? a. face lift. b. rhinoplasty c. breast augmentation d. liposuction

Q: In ____ percent of malpractice, a doctor's attitude and inability to communicate effectively play a role. a. 10 to 20 b. 30 to 40 c. 50 to 60 d. 70 to 80

Q: Medical records belong to the: a. patient b. doctor c. health insurance company d. hospital

Q: A patient must agree to hospitalization, surgery, and other treatments. This is known as: a. informed consent b. a living will c. malpractice d. guardian consent

Q: Your best defense against medical errors is: a. information b. malpractice insurance c. using a doctor who only takes private insurance d. having regular annual checkups

Q: High blood pressure is most likely to be an early warning sign of a: a. a UTI b. kidney damage c. osteoporosis d. an STI

Q: The instrument used to spread the walls of the vagina during an exam is a: a. lancet b. hemocue c. speculum d. sphygmomanometer

Q: The instrument used to listen to sounds made by the heart is a(n): a. telescope b. otoscope c. ophthalmoscope d. stethoscope

Q: The instrument used to look into the eyes is called a(n): a. telescope b. otoscope c. ophthalmoscope d. stethoscope