Multiple Choice Questions
1. (p. 250) Activity undertaken by an individual to promote good health and prevent health problems is called:
A. healthy lifestyle.
B. health prevention.
C. health behavior.
D. health maintenance.
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2. (p. 251) According to the Center for Health Statistics, among people 65 and older, the most common chronic condition for both men and women is:
A. heart disease.
B. hypertension.
C. diabetes.
D. cancer.
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3. (p. 252) The degree of difficulty that people experience in performing activities of daily life is referred to as:
A. functional capability.
B. diagnostic measurement.
C. functional status.
D. dysfunctional tasks.
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4. (p. 252) The major cause of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease is _____.
A. alcoholism
B. food poisoning
C. smoking
D. binge eating
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5. (p. 253) Many elderly people who “power walk” are likely to do so in shopping malls. There are several advantages of exercise. Which of the following is NOT one of these advantages?
A. Elderly people who exercise are likely to be fit.
B. Elderly people who exercise are likely to keep their weight under control.
C. Elderly people who exercise are likely to have greater memory power.
D. Elderly people who exercise are likely to have fewer backaches and joint problems.
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6. (p. 254) In a recent study conducted regarding the intensity of exercise vs. the quantity, researchers discovered that:
A. the amount of exercise one does may be more important than the intensity.
B. the intensity of exercise made the biggest difference.
C. there are no limits on how much one can exercise in a week.
D. the quantity of exercise made no significant difference to the aerobic fitness of the patients.
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7. (p. 255) There are advantages and disadvantages to alcohol consumption. Which of the following is NOT an advantage?
A. People who drink an occasional glass of wine with dinner have a lower risk of having a stroke than nondrinkers.
B. Alcohol consumption enables people to lose weight.
C. Alcohol consumption appears to protect against heart disease.
D. People who drink an occasional glass of wine with dinner have a lower risk of mortality than nondrinkers.
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8. (p. 256) There are several advantages of having a social support system. It is associated with better physical functioning and:
A. reduction in illness.
B. better diet.
C. reduced risk of mortality.
D. lower level of depression.
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9. (p. 257) The Malaysian Family Life Survey found that:
A. older adults who exercised had low levels of depression.
B. older adults who exercised had high life expectancy.
C. older adults who had daily contact with their children were protected from illness.
D. older adults who had daily contact with their children had less of a weight problem.
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10. (p. 258) Studies have consistently found a link between socioeconomic status (SES) and health. Which of the following is the best indicator of SES for the elderly?
A. occupation
B. income
C. education
D. retirement
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