Health Determinants and Risk Factors: A Comprehensive Guide for Twelfth Graders

Question 1

The gradual accumulation of harmful substances in the body over time is known as:

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Bioaccumulation

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Oxidative stress

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Epigenetics

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Toxic burden

Question 2

Which of the following is a protective factor that can reduce the likelihood of engaging in risky health behaviors?

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Parental monitoring

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Peer pressure

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Lack of access to healthcare

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Low socioeconomic status

Question 3

The concept of 'upstream' determinants of health refers to:

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Social and economic conditions that influence health outcomes

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Individual lifestyle choices

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Healthcare interventions

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Environmental pollution

Question 4

Which of the following is a characteristic of evidence-based health promotion practices?

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Grounded in research and evaluation

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Focused solely on individual behavior change

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Delivered exclusively through mass media campaigns

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Relying solely on anecdotal evidence

Question 5

The process by which environmental factors can influence gene expression is known as:

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Epigenetics

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Mutation

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Natural selection

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Genetic drift

Question 6

The term 'social determinants of health' refers to:

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Factors that influence health outcomes and are shaped by society

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Individual lifestyle choices

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Genetic predispositions

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Access to healthcare services

Question 7

The primary goal of health promotion is to:

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Prevent disease and improve overall well-being

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Treat existing medical conditions

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Increase healthcare spending

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Reduce mortality rates

Question 8

Which of these factors significantly influences health outcomes by affecting access to healthcare, education, and economic opportunities?

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Social Determinants of Health

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Genetic Predispositions

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Personal Health Behaviors

Question 9

Which lifestyle factor is most strongly linked to an increased risk of heart disease and stroke?

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Smoking

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Regular exercise

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Healthy diet

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Adequate sleep

Question 10

Regular physical activity is associated with numerous health benefits. Which of the following is NOT a potential benefit?

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Increased muscle weakness

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Weight management

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Improved cardiovascular health

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Reduced risk of falls

Question 11

Which of the following is NOT considered a modifiable risk factor for developing cardiovascular disease?

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Age

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Smoking

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Unhealthy diet

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Physical inactivity

Question 12

Which of the following is NOT considered a social determinant of health?

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Genetics

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Education

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Income

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Housing

Question 13

Which of the following is considered a modifiable risk factor for developing heart disease?

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Physical activity

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Age

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Sex

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Family history

Question 14

What is the leading cause of preventable death in the United States?

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Tobacco use

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Poor diet

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Lack of exercise

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Alcohol misuse

Question 15

How do our genes and our surroundings work together to affect our health?

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Genes and the environment interact in complex ways to influence our health.

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Genes are the only thing that matters for our health, the environment doesn't play a role.

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Our environment has a bigger impact on our health than our genes.

Question 16

Which of the following is NOT considered a category of health determinants?

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Random chance

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Genetic factors

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Behavioral factors

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Social factors

Question 17

Which of these risk factors for cardiovascular disease can be modified?

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Obesity

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Age

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Gender

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Family history of heart disease

Question 18

Which concept refers to all the conditions and circumstances in which individuals are born, live, work, and age?

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Social context

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Health status

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Risk factors

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Health behaviors

Question 19

Which of the following is a well-established risk factor for the development of cardiovascular disease?

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Physical inactivity

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Healthy diet

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Moderate alcohol consumption

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Regular sleep patterns

Question 20

Which of the following is an example of a modifiable risk factor for non-communicable diseases?

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Diet

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Age

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Family history

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Gender

Question 21

Which of the following is a **modifiable** risk factor for cardiovascular disease?

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Smoking

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Age

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Family history

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Genetics

Question 22

Which of the following is an example of a **behavioral** risk factor?

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Smoking

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High blood pressure

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Obesity

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Family history of cancer

Question 23

A risk factor is defined as something that:

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Increases the likelihood of developing a negative health outcome

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Decreases the likelihood of developing a negative health outcome

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Has no effect on the likelihood of developing a negative health outcome

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Is always harmful to health

Question 24

Which of the following is a modifiable risk factor for heart disease?

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Smoking

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Age

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Family history

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Race

Question 25

Health disparities refer to:

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Differences in health status between different population groups

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Equal distribution of health resources across all populations

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The absence of health issues in a population

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The presence of multiple health issues in an individual

Question 26

Which of the following is a protective factor for mental health?

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Strong social support

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Exposure to traumatic events

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Low socioeconomic status

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Hereditary mental illnesses

Question 27

The social gradient in health suggests that:

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Health status improves with increasing income and education

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Health status declines with increasing income and education

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Health status remains constant regardless of income and education

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The relationship between health status and income and education is unclear

Question 28

An example of a behavioral risk factor is:

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Poor diet

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Exposure to air pollution

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Genetic predisposition to certain diseases

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Lack of access to healthcare

Question 29

Which of the following is a genetic risk factor for cardiovascular disease?

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Family history of heart disease

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Obesity

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Hypertension

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Smoking

Question 30

Which of the following is not considered a key health determinant?

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Insurance coverage

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Genetics

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Environment

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Behavior

Question 31

Which of the following is considered a primary source of reliable health information?

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Peer-reviewed scientific journal

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Internet

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Social media

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Health and wellness magazine

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT a modifiable health determinant?

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Genetics

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Physical activity

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Nutrition

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Social support

Question 33

How does smoking affect the respiratory system?

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Increases the risk of lung cancer and other respiratory diseases

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Enhances lung function and oxygen uptake

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Improves cardiovascular health

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Protects against respiratory infections

Question 34

Which of the following is a risk factor for obesity?

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Unhealthy diet

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Regular exercise

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Adequate sleep

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Stress management

Question 35

How can access to healthcare services influence an individual's health?

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Early detection and treatment of diseases

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Increased risk of chronic health conditions

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Reduced access to preventive care

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Lower quality healthcare

Question 36

Which of the following is a protective factor that can reduce the risk of mental illness?

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Strong social support network

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Exposure to traumatic events

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Substance abuse

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Poor coping skills

Question 37

How does physical activity promote overall well-being?

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Reduces stress levels and improves mood

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Increases the risk of cardiovascular disease

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Impairs cognitive function

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Leads to weight gain

Question 38

Which of the following is an environmental health hazard?

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Air pollution

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Genetics

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Access to education

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Social isolation

Question 39

How does socioeconomic status influence health outcomes?

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Lower income levels are associated with increased risk of chronic diseases

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Higher education levels have no impact on health

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Access to housing is unrelated to health status

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Employment status does not affect health outcomes

Question 40

Which of the following is a strategy for promoting health and preventing disease?

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Health education and awareness campaigns

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Reducing access to unhealthy foods

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Restricting individual freedoms

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Ignoring risk factors

Question 41

How can an individual make informed health decisions?

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By gathering accurate information from reliable sources

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By relying solely on personal beliefs and experiences

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By ignoring expert advice

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By making impulsive choices

Question 42

Which of the following is a well-known risk factor for developing heart disease?

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High blood pressure

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Regular exercise

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Eating a healthy diet

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Low stress levels

Question 43

How do social factors, such as education, income, and healthcare access, contribute to health disparities?

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Education, income, and healthcare access can interact to create cumulative advantages or disadvantages that influence health disparities.

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Social factors have no impact on health disparities.

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Education is the only social factor that contributes to health disparities.

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Social factors have a direct and straightforward impact on health disparities.

Question 44

Classify the following as a social determinant of health: Genetics

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No

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Not sure

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Sometimes

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Yes

Question 45

Which of the following risk factors for cardiovascular disease can be modified through lifestyle changes?

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Smoking

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Family history

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Gender

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Age

Question 46

Identify a protective factor that promotes mental well-being:

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Strong social support

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Lack of sleep

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Exposure to trauma

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Poor diet

Question 47

Which health determinant encompasses the availability and quality of medical services?

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Healthcare access

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Social support

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Environment

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Education

Question 48

Select the consequence of poor nutrition:

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Increased risk of chronic diseases

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Reduced body weight

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Enhanced immune system

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Improved cognitive function

Question 49

Which risk factor for cancer is linked to occupational settings?

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Asbestos

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Smoking

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Sunlight

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Family history

Question 50

Which benefit is associated with regular physical activity?

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Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes

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Increased risk of heart disease

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Weakened immune system

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Decreased bone density

Question 51

Which health determinant refers to the physical and social surroundings where individuals reside?

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Environment

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Healthcare system

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Genetics

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Behavior

Question 52

Identify a risk factor for respiratory infections:

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Exposure to air pollution

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Healthy diet

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Not Sure

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Regular exercise

Question 53

Which of the following is not an effective strategy for promoting health and reducing risk factors?

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Ignoring health recommendations

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Receiving regular medical checkups

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Educating oneself about health risks

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Adopting a healthy lifestyle