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a device that delivers an electric shock to the heart to restore its normal rhythm
defibrillator (AED)
actions taken to prevent the spread of disease by treating all blood and other body fluids as if they contained pathogens
universal precautions
a 24-hour hot line that provides emergency medical advice on treating poisoning victims
poison control center
the immediate, temporary care given to an ill or injured person until professional medical care can be provided
first aid
a sequence of actions that maximize the victim's chances of survival
chain of survival
a jarring injury to the brain, which affects normal brain function
concussion
a failure of the cardiovascular system to keep an adequate supply of blood circulating to the vital organs of the body
shock
a condition of which a person is not alert and aware of his or her surroundings
unconsciousness
a lifesaving first aid procedure that combines rescue breaths with chest compresisons
CPR
a break in the bone
fracture
what is likely to be an unreliable source of health information
online chat room
what are good strategies when refusing to engage in a risky behavior
-explaining that you won't take part because your parents would not approve
-walking away if the other person won't take no for an answer
-suggesting an alternative to the risky behavior
what is necessary for effective communication
making sure your facial expressions and gestures reflect your verbal message
the key to conflict resolution is
having respect for the other person's rights
describe setting and reaching a goal
check your progress periodically and make necessary adjustments
holding your empty cup until you find a trash can to toss it into is an example of
citizenship
what is an example of a long-term goal for a teen
saving money for a car
chronic hostility can result in
increased risk of heart disease
the one aspect of your personality over which you have the most control is your
behavior
the increased respiration and heart rate that fear triggers does what
prepare your body for necessary action
the first link in the chain of survival is to
call 911
universal precautions include
-wearing protective gloves
-mouth pieces
-washing hands
if someone faints, you should
lay the person down and elevate their legs
what is a nutrient-dense food
carrots
what will happen if you take in more calories than you burn
your amount of stored body fat may increase
compared to an adult of appropriate weight, an underweight adult will have what issues
a higher chance of suffering chronic fatigue
it is important to drink plenty of water before and during a heavy workout because keeping hydrated does what
prevents an electrolyte imbalance
describe obesity
a large amount of body fat
when carbon monoxide is present in the blood, the body's tissues and cells are deprived of
oxygen
nicotine gum is an over-the-counter product that is used as a nicotine...
substitute
people who use smokeless tobacco have what issues
addiction to nicotine
when quitting smoking, stress-management techniques can do what
help ease people through the withdrawal process
what are possible consequences of smoking while pregnant
-premature delivery
-stillbirth
-deformities
a condition in which liver tissue is replaced with useless scar tissue is called
cirrhosis
medical researchers have found that drinking alcohol of any sort does what to the body
slows reflexes
describe the stages of alcoholism
1. abuse
2. dependence
3. addiction
define "mental disorders"
require medical attention, just as physical illnesses do; illness of the mind that can affect thoughts, feelings, and behaviors of a person, preventing from leading a happy and productive live
is a suicide attempt just a way to get attention
no
a mental disorder whose sufferers have difficulty distinguishing between real and imaginary events
schizophrenia
describe a person in the last stages of the grieving process
begins looking ahead to the future
list the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder
nightmares and flashbacks
bones are involved in the
-storage of minerals
-production of red blood cells
-protection of organs
what practices help prevent high blood pressure
-a diet low in sodium
-avoiding tobacco
-stress management
breathing occurs due to the contraction and relaxation of the muscles between the ribs and the
diaphragm
teens who smoke will experience
a reduced rate of lung growth
the structure of the lungs can be compared to the structure of a branching tree. which part would correspond to the trunk of the tree
trachea
shortness of breath, difficulty breathing, and a chronic cough are symptoms of
emphysema
the main function of red blood cells is to
carry oxygen to cells and tissues
a sedentary lifestyle may lead to
-diabetes
-osteoporosis
-cardiovascular disease
before exercising, you should allow your pulse rate to increase gradually by
warming up
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