Virtual SC Personal Health Final Exam
with Complete Solutions
Define physical fitness ✔✔the ability of the body to perform daily physical activities without
getting out of breath, sore, or overly tired (pg 126)
How are infectious diseases spread? ✔✔passed to a person from another person, from food or
water, from animals, or from something in the environment (pg 316)
How can you reduce the risk of cancer and heart disease? ✔✔cancer: don't smoke, limit UV
exposure, eat veggies and cut fat, stay active and maintain a healthy weight; get regular medical
check ups. heart disease: trim fat and hold salt, keep weight at/near recommended level, don't
smoke, get moving, watch blood pressure and cholesterol levels, relax your body. (from
textbook)
How could you get an infectious disease when using illegal drugs? ✔✔sharing needles (not sure
of page number)
How do you begin thinking about setting long term goals? ✔✔You consider the six S's, which
are safe (is this goal going to hurt you), satisfying (will you feel good when you achieve the
, goal), sensible (are they realistic), similar (is it similar to goals set in the past), specific (is the
goal and are the steps to get to it specific enough to follow), supported (are other people
supportive). Also, you may need to set numerous short-term goals in order to reach the long-term
goal.
How do you communicate wanting to remain abstinent? ✔✔Explain the benefits of remaining
abstinent. These benefits include no STD's, no pregnancy, better chances of achieving goals,
healthier relationships.
How do you determine caloric intake? ✔✔height, weight, age, and activity level (from Ryana)
How do you prevent getting a STD? ✔✔practice abstinence, stay away from drugs and alcohol,
respect yourself, learn the facts about STD's and use them to make good decisions, choose
friends who influence you in a positive way, get plenty of rest, go out as a group, be aware of
your emotions (482)
How do you safely exercise? ✔✔wear comfortable clothing, dress suitably for the weather and
exercise intensity, always wear safety equipment (and wear it correctly), choose shoes that are
made for your activity, make sure you can be seen, obey laws, regulations, and warning signs.
(142)