Chapter 1- What is Health (kamelamela)

What are the two factors that can be used to evaluate overall health?

• Life expectancy and quality of life

• Physical health and mental health

• Emotional health and social health

• Wellness and goal setting

Which of the following is NOT an aspect of overall health?

• Physical health

• Mental health

• Emotional health

• Financial health

How can the choices people make affect their positions on the health continuum?

• Choices can move them closer to illness or wellness

• Choices have no impact on the health continuum

• Choices only affect physical health

• Choices only affect mental and emotional health

What is the term for the number of years a person can expect to live?

• Life expectancy

• Quality of life

• Physical health

• Mental health

Which of the following is an example of physical health?

• Having close relationships with family and friends

• Being mentally alert and learning from mistakes

• Having enough energy to carry out everyday tasks

• Reacting appropriately to events in life

What is the term for a gradual progression through many stages between one extreme and another?

• Continuum

• Heredity

• Environment

• Culture

Which of the following factors can influence a person's health?

• Heredity

• Media

• Technology

• All of the above

What is the goal of Healthy People 2020?

• Increase the quality and years of healthy life

• Eliminate differences in health based on race, ethnic group, or income

• Create social and physical environments that promote good health

• All of the above

What is the first step in meeting personal health goals?

• Gaining awareness

• Gaining knowledge

• Building skills

• Setting goals

Which of the following is NOT a reliable source of health information?

• Doctors

• Popular magazines

• Web sites

• Friends