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The victims of bulemia often appear to be
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Independent high achievers and are of normal weight
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Which of the following is NOT considered a psychsocial treatment
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yoga
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Only 1 in 6 people will maintain how much of their weight lost
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10%
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Probiotics are known as
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good bacteria
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For adolescents, risk factors for mental heath include all of the above except
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too much coffee
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which of the following foods is a "food stressor"
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chocolate
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How much money cost Americans each year dealing with mental illness
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193 billion
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Mood disorder is also known as
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affective disorder
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Women are ___ more times more likely to suffer from anorexia nervosa and bulimia nervosa
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nine
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Which is NOT a symptom of postpartum depression
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excessive crying
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Whch type of health insurance source covers the least amount of noneldery Americans (2006)?
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medicare
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New cases of a condition that occur during a specific period of time is called
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incidence
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Which of the following can help reduce stress?
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- schedule time for healthy activities
- seek attention from a healthcare provider - exercise daily |
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What is the health insurance the government provides to all citizens in many countries, such as Canada and the United Kingdom is called the
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universal health insurance
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Which level of prevention refers to early detection and prompt treatment of desease?
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secondary prevention
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Normal blood pressure is described by two numbers, what are these two numbers?
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120/80
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____ insurance programs are very expensive and are predominantly purchased by wealthier Americans.
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private long-term care
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At any given time, between __% and __% of children and adolescents have some symptoms of depression.
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10, 15
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Which part of Medicare is provided to all enrollees and covers inpatient hospitalization?
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Part A
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It is estimated that __% of the victims in reported rapes know their attacker.
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60
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Who would be the provider of insurance in public health insurance?
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government
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_____ is te incidence of illness in a given population durng a particular time period.
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Morbidity
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The government is involved in this area in relation to the health of the public
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- regulates businesses that provide medicatons to the public
- provides federal highway funding for states that adopt a legal drinking age - esures that food supply is safe |
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Health isurers have lists of drugs for which they will provide reimbursement called
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formularies
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What does BMI stand for?
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Body Mass Index
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Almost __% of women in the United States have been the victim of rape that occurred at some point in their lives.
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18
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Which of the following is a type of managed care plans
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- preferred provider organizations (PPOs)
- Health maintenance orgnizations (HMOs) - Point-of-service (POS) plans |
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_____ are fixed amounts of money a patient is required to pay to receive health related goods or services; they are usually paid out of pocket.
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co-payments
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_____ is lengthy or lifelong care for those suffering illness, injury, or severe cognitive impairment.
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long-term care
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Which of the following is NOT a violation of women's human rights?
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access to health care
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When you measure your blood pressure what do the two numbers stand for?
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systolic pressure/diastolic pressure
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_____ is the function, well-being, and control a person has over his or her reproductive system, including that person's ability to decide if, when and how to engage in sexual contact and/or have children
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reproductive health
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At which age are women most likely to be affected by symptoms of schizophrenia?
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25-30
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Which of the following is NOT an effective method of coping with stress?
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taking on excessive responsibilities
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_____, also referred to as manic depression, is a mental disorder that is characterized by mood swings that can occur within hours or days and that features abnormally euphoric or irritable moods.
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bipolar disorder
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_____, are characterized by distorted and inflexible thoughts and behaviors that make it impossible for a person to live a productive life or establish fulfilling relationships
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personality disorders
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Antidepressant medications attempt to restore a depressed person's levels of which neurotransmitter(s) to a normal level?
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- seratonin
- dopamine - norepinephrine |
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of depression?
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bad dreams
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A particular form of depression that is caused by seasonal shifts in daylight hours and affects a person's sleep wake cycle is called what?
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Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)
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Of the following options, which is a proper way to deal with stress?
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exercise regularly
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Which panic disorder occurs after an exposure to a terrifying event involving violent harm or the threat of violent harm?
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post-traumatic stress disorder
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Depression and _____ are results from Alzheimer's disease that are serious mental-health issues that affect the elderly.
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dementia
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What kind of depression is classified as a milder, yet more chronic form of depression?
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Dysthymia
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SAD stands for what?
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Seasonal affective disorder
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Which of these are not a symptom of a panic attack?
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flashbacks
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Research has shown that people with major depression have low levels of the neurotransmitter_____.
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seratonin
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When dealing with skin protection and the sun; what times is it advised to minimize exposure to the sun?
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10AM - 3PM
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Which of the following is an NSAID?
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- motrin
- advil - aleve |
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What is the ultimate symptom of mental illness?
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suicide
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_____ are mental disorders characterized by distubances of mood
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mood disorders
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Substance abuse is more likely to be present with _____ than with any other disorder.
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bipolar illness
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Which social factors create higher rates of mental illness in women?
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- low incomes
- low levels of education - low status jobs |
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Which food is know to cause a calming effect?
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- water
- oil-rich fish - vegetables |
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Which of the following is not a neurotransmitter?
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tricyclics
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All of the following are factors that influence mental health except
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educational factors
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Which of the following is underdiagnosed in elderly women?
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depression
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Which of the following is more likely in men than women?
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antisocial personality disorders
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_____ can be defined as health conditions marked by changes or abnormalities in mood, thinking, or behavior that produce stress or impair functioning
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mental disorder
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Which of the following are NOT safe cleaning solutions for piercings?
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- hydrogen peroxide
- rubbing alcohol |
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Micronutrients include
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vitamins
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Which of the following eating disorders involves purging the stomach after eating large meals?
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bulimia nervosa
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Which of the following is NOT a symptom of iron-deficiency anemia?
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decrease in appetite
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Which of the following means "appetite like an ox"?
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bulimia nervosa
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Which of the following forms of nutrients provide the basic fuel for the body?
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carbohydrates
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Which of the following is NOT classified as a macronutrient?
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minerals
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How many cups of water should women consume each day?
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8-9 cups
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How many preventable deaths occur each year from diseases caused by obesity?
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300,000
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Digestion breaks down complex carbohydrates into
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simple sugars
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What color tatoo ink has been seen to cause allergic reactions?
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red
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_____ is the iron-containing protein in the red blood cell that carries the oxygen from the lungs to the cells and carbon dioxide away from the cells to the lungs.
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hemoglobin
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The recommended daily intake for total fiber for women 50 and younger is __ grams per day.
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25
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Simple carbohydrates, or sugars, are consumed in which virtually identical forms.
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- Sucrose
- Glucose - Fructose - Lactose |
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Calcium deficiency is a major contributor to
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osteoporosis
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In severe cases anemia can lead to
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increased heart rate
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What is not part of the four major areas of fitness?
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metal endurance
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What type of stress is the result of a major accident, war, assault, or a natural disaster in which one may be seriously injured or face death?
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traumatic stress
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What vitamins are in antioxidants?
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E and C
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Exercise physiologists usually define fitness in which area?
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- cardiovascular endurance
- muscular strength - muscular endurance - flexibility |
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According to the 2005 food pyramid, how many cups per day of vegetables should we consume?
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2.5
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What food is a source of vitamin B?
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- spinach
- strawberries - kidney beans |
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Laser tatoo removal targets and breaks apart pigment particles so they can be carried away by the
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lymphatic system
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What mineral is especially important for women to have in their diet?
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calcium
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Which of the following is NOT a way to get fiber in your diet?
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eat trans fats
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What is not a single substance, but rather a group of substances with varied physical properties?
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fiber
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In 2002, a consumer survey showed that what percentage of Americans approved of cosmetic surgery?
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55%
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Of the four components of physical fitness which is the total force that muscle groups produce in one effort?
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muscle strength
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____ is a term used to describe food that is produced using renewable resources and without traditional pesticides and artificial fertilizers.
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Organic
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The six groups of nutrients are categorized into these three types
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macronutrients, micronutrients, and water
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What diet is best choice for lasting weight loss and heart disease prevention?
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low-glycemic index diet, with 40% of calories from carbohydrate, 40% from fat, and 20% from protein
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_____ is the ability to meet routine physical demands while maintaining a reserve to meet sudden challenges.
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fitness
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What is the basic fuel for the body and are available in two forms?
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carbohydrates
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Some of the problems and bad reactions that could be encountered when getting a tatoo includes which of the following
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- allergic reactions
- infections - skin growth |
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Effects of caffeine include
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increased exhaustion
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According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer kills _____ women each year.
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62,000
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Of the 100 most frequently prescribed drugs, more than _____ contain at least one ingredient that interacts adversely with alcohol.
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1/2
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Ecstasy is an example of
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a designer drug
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According to the Office of National Drug Control Policy, drugs lead to __ deaths per year.
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52,000
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During what period did the tobacco industry begin its portrayal of smoking as a form of rebellion, romance, and emancipation for women
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1920s
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What does BAC stand for?
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Blood Alcohol Concentration
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Which of the following is a legal drug in the United States?
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nicotine
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Excessive use, that is inconsistent with accepted medical practices is considered
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drug abuse
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Roughly __% of all lung cancer deaths are attributable to smoking.
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90
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These drugs are taken purely for "fun"?
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recreational drugs
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disorder(COPD), is characterized by permanent airflow obstruction and extended periods of disability and restricted activity. It encompasses many conditions including _____ and _____.
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emphysema, chronic bronchitis
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Which one is a type of liver disease?
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- alcoholic hepatitis
- cirrhois - fatty liver |
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Which is NOT an individual effect but IS a societal effect of illegal drug use?
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creation of treatment facilities
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Which painkiller most commonly becomes an addiction?
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xanax
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Most smokers who continue to use tobacco throughout their lives started before what age?
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18
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Alcohol treatment programs often use _____ to treat alcoholism.
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- managing acute intoxication episodes
- correcting chronic health problems associated with alcoholism - changing long term behavior |
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Smoking does what to the skin?
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causes premature wrinkling
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Which is NOT true about involuntary smoking?
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it is benign and nothing to worry about
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Which method of drug intake results goes right into the bloodstream?
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use of a syringe
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What states prohibit tobacco sales to minors younger than 19
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- New Jersey
- Alabama - Alaska |
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_____ is the body's ability to withstand the effects of a drug.
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tolerance
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Which of the following statements is FALSE?
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Females have a lower rate of substance abuse co-occurring with other psychiatric disorders than males
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Nearly the same amount of alcohol is present in 5 oz of table wine, 1.25 oz of distilled spirits, and __ oz bottle of beer or can.
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12
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Pregnant drug users are at increased risk for _____.
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- miscarriage
- ectopic pregnancy - stillbirth |
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According to the American Cancer Society, lung cancer kills about how many American women each year?
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62,000
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Stimulants affect the central nervous system and increase which of the following?
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- heart rate and blood pressure
- strength of heart contractions - blood glucose levels - overall muscle tension |
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Symptoms of withdrawal in a person who has an addiction include which of the following?
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- craving
- irritability - drowsiness |
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Today, about one in ___ women under the age of 25, in the United States, smoke cigarettes.
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4
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Which of these statements is FALSE concerning substance abuse?
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drug misuse is excess drug use this is inconsistent with accepted medical practice
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Alcohol functions as a
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central nervous system depressant
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Which is NOT a physiological effect of smoking cigarettes?
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gastroesophageal reflux disease
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The effects of drug use on individual level includes which of the following?
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- physiological changes
- mental dependency - conflicts in relationships |
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Referred to as erotic self-stimulation, usually to the point of orgasm
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masturbation
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Amennorhea is the lack of _____.
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menstrual flow
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Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for self injury?
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male gender
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What is NOT an example of physical violence?
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stalking
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Untreated _____ can result in pelvic infection, tubal or ectopic pregnancy, inability to become pregnant and the uncontrolled spread of these infections
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STI's
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What race/ethnicity has the highest reported rape in their lifetime?
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American Indian/Alaska Native
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Which are the components of a well-woman exam?
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- pap test
- annual exam - clinical breast exam |
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On average, _____ females are abused by an intimate partner during her lifetime.
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one in three
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What are doctors recommending as the best form of birth control?
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- hormonal implants
- IUDs |
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Which internal structure is known as the "womb"?
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uterus
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How often should women get a pelvic exam?
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annually
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Women with disabilities were _____ likely to report multiple perpertrators, longer duration of abuse, and more intense experiences of abuse.
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more
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What is a condition associated with severe emotional and physical problems that are linked closely to the mentral cycle?
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premenstral dysphoric disorder
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Which is an example of self-directed violence?
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picking one's skin or hair
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Domestic violence is also referred to as
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battering
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In the United States, an estimated _____ children were victims of abuse and neglect in 2006.
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905,000
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Which is NOT defined as sexual health according to the World Health Organization?
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economical
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Which of the following is a reason to make a gynecological exam?
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- heavy menstrual flow
- vaginal or rectal injury - at age 20 or for first coitus |
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What is another name for the term "date rape"?
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acquaintance rape
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This type of violence includes family/partner violence toward a child, partner, or elder and community violence toward an acquaintance or stranger?
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interpersonal violence
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What is stalking?
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- repeated visual or physical proximity
- nonconsensual communication - verbal, written, or implied threats |
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Psychological/social forms of violence consist of
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- threats of harm
- physical isolation of the woman - extreme jealousy |
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_____ is any act or failure to act on the part of a parent or caretaker that presents an imminent risk of serious harm or actually results in serious physical or emotional harm, sexual abuse, exploitation, or death of a child.
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- child abuse
- child neglect |
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What is cyberstalking?
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threatening behavior or unwanted advances directed at another using the internet
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Which term is used to define an individual's sexual orientation?
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- homosexuality
- bisexuality - heterosexuality |
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_____ refers to having characteristics of both sexes.
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androgyny
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Violence is among the leading cause of death for people ages
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15-44 years old
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The term _____ refers to the physiological changes that occur during the transition period from female fertility to infertility.
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climacteric
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Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for cervical cancer?
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already having multiple STI's
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Studies show a significant relationship between intimate partner violence and which symptom?
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- vaginal infections and bleeding
- substance abuse - depression and low self-esteem |
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Which of the above is a common repercussion of female genital mutilation (FMG)?
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- infection
- physiological harm - death - lack of sexual arousal |
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What is dysmenorrhea?
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painful menstrual flow
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_____ is the test for cervical cancer.
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pap smear test
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Which of the following is not a side effect of birth control pills?
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longer periods
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Approximately _____ of reproductive-age women in the United States use some kind of birth control.
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70%
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Between 2000 and 2005, the number of abortions in the US
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dropped by 9%
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Which of the following do women consider most important when choosing a contraceptive method?
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effectively prevents pregnancy
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Which case was the first to legalize abortion on January 22, 1973?
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Roe v. Wade
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Which of the following is a type of birth control besides the pill form?
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- patch
- implant - vaginal ring - injection |
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_____ has 50% less estrogen than most pills.
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NuvaRing
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Which one is NOT a myth about contraceptives?
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plastic wrap, balloons, and plastic bags do not work as protection during sexual intercourse
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The Transdermal Contraceptive System (Evra) is a small, square, patch that releases what hormones?
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estrogen and progesterone
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What is the surgical procedure usually performed under local anesthesia that can permanently sterilize a man?
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vasectomy
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Which of the following is a natural complication of fetal development that can result in miscarriage?
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- genetic problems
- hormonal problems - medical problems |
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From 1982-2002, the percentage of women whose male partner had ever used a condom had increased from 52% to __%.
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90
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In which state is abortion laws most open with the most services available?
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New York
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Which of these medications may cause a decrease in sexual desire?
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- SSRIs
- antihypertensives |
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Abortions are one of the _____ medical procedures undergone by women of reproductive age.
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most common
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_____ can be defined as the spontaneous or induced expulsion of an embryo or fetus before it is viable or can survive on its own.
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abortion
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What is the most widely used abortion technique in the US?
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Vacuum Curettage
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Around how many women choose abortion each year?
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1.2 million
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Birth control pills come in which of the following formations?
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- monophasic
- biphasic - triphasic |
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Which of the following is true about birth control pills?
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about 8% of women taking birth control pills with typical use experience an accidental pregnancy
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