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MOCA - Health Practice TestWhich of the following types of food are the best sources of antioxidants such as
selenium and vitamins C &E? - CORRECT ANSWER-Dark green veggies and
orange, red and yellow fruits and veggies
Since the 1980s, studies of U.S. children and adolescents have revealed that up
to half participate only minimally in physical activity and some do not participate
at all. Among these youths, this trend has led directly to a significant increase in
the: - CORRECT ANSWER-presence of cardiovascular disease risk factors.
Which of the statements accurately describes how the nervous system works? -
CORRECT ANSWER-Sensory receptors detect messages and create signals
that cause the body to respond
The excretory system includes which of the following organs? - CORRECT
ANSWER-kidney, ureter, bladder
When prolonged moderate-to-vigorous physical activity disrupts the the body's
electrolyte balance and increases the osmotic pressure of of blood plasma, the
brain triggers: - CORRECT ANSWER-the thirst sensation
The physical growth and development that occurs during adolescence is most
directly affected by changes in the: - CORRECT ANSWER-types of chemicals
secreted by the endocrine gland
Students who are 8-12 years old would most likely have the greatest difficulty
with which of the following cognitive tasks? - CORRECT ANSWER-thinking in
terms of abstract concepts and principles
A high school senior's mother suddenly becomes very ill, and the student's father
is unable to take time off from work to take care of her. The parents ask the
student to postpone college for a year to help to care for the mother, and the
student agrees. This scenario best illustrates the student's successful
achievement of which of the following developmental milestones? - CORRECT
ANSWER-assuming increasing levels of responsibility
, Jaundice, inflammation of the liver, fever and darkening of the urine are key
symptoms of which of the following diseases? - CORRECT ANSWER-Hepatitis
The primary mode of transportation of Lyme disease is: - CORRECT ANSWER-a
deer tick bite
In which of the following ways does smoking increase the risk of stroke -
CORRECT ANSWER-Smoking raises blood pressure, which increases the stress
on blood vessel walls, making them more likely to burst
Which of the following conditions would most likely exacerbate the adverse
effects of sickle-cell anemia in children who have the disease - CORRECT
ANSWER-contracting viral and bacterial infections such as colds, the flu, and
strep throat
Which of the following strategies is widely recommended for reducing the risk of
colon and rectal cancers? - CORRECT ANSWER-consuming large amounts of
plant-origin foods
Which of the following outcomes are key personal wellness benefits typically
derived from being physically active - CORRECT ANSWER-improved
productivity and enhanced self-esteem
According to personal consensus among infectious disease experts, the
emergence of drug -resistant bacteria is mainly a result of: - CORRECT
ANSWER-the indiscriminate, inappropriate, and prolonged use of particular
classes of antibiotics.
Which of the following statements best describes how vaccines work to control
the spread of various illnesses and diseases? - CORRECT ANSWER-A similar
but less dangerous version of the disease antigen stimulates the immune system
to produce antibodies
Which of the following functions is carried out by dietary fat? - CORRECT
ANSWER-providing the body with a source of energy at rest and enabling
vitamin support
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