Physical Disorders Answers

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Which phrase best defines a physical disorder?

A
a condition that is easily healed
B
an abnormality that limits functionality
C
an abnormality that is present at birth
D
a lack of movement
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Which statement is true of physical disorders?

A
Most cause short-term physical limitations.
B
They can trigger psychological responses.
C
Most do not require assistance.
D
They always lead to emotional disorders.
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Which of the following statements is true?

A
Physical disorders occur only in older people.
B
Physical disorders occur only at birth.
C
Physical disorders have many causes.
D
Physical disorders usually are cured before the age of fifty.
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What is cerebral palsy?

A
a disorder in which people have little to no control of their bodies due to brain damage
B
a disorder in which people have little to no control of their brains
C
a group of congenital disorders in which muscle breaks down over time
D
a group of acquired disorders in which muscle breaks down over time
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Which of the following statements are true of physical disorders? Check all that apply.

A
Physical disorders sometimes lead to sadness.
B
Physical disorders almost never lead to anger or frustration.
C
Physical disorders sometimes limit people’s ability to work.
D
Physical disorders can cause shortened life spans.
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Genetic disorders are also called

A
autoimmune disorders.
B
congenital disorders.
C
age-related disorders.
D
balance disorders.
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Which statement is true of congenital disorders?

A
A congenital physical disorder is a disorder that someone is born with.
B
A congenital physical disorder is a disorder that is resolved with age.
C
A congenital physical disorder is a disorder that people get as they age.
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Which statement is true of celiac disease?

A
Celiac disease leads to muscle loss and impairment.
B
Celiac disease leads to the inability to absorb foods that contain gluten.
C
Celiac disease leads to the inability to absorb nutrients in the brain.
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Which of these is an age-related disorder?

A
cataracts
B
spina bifida
C
cerebral palsy
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What is a psychological disorder?

A
a disorder that affects people’s ability to move their muscles and joints
B
a disorder that affects a person’s feelings, emotions, mind, and ability to interact with society
C
a congenital disorder of the brain that affects eyesight and hearing
D
an acquired disorder of the mind that inhibits the ability to taste and smell
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Which of these are benefits of physical therapy? Check all that apply.

A
more range of motion in joints
B
better eyesight
C
more-flexible muscles
D
stronger muscles
E
better coordination and balance
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Which of the following methods would be considered preventative of a potential physical disorder? Check all that apply.

A
participating in a dangerous activity
B
eating foods rich in vitamins
C
driving without a seat belt
D
practicing workplace safety
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What is muscular dystrophy?

A
a disorder in which people have little to no control of their muscles due to brain damage
B
a group of congenital disorders in which muscle breaks down over time
C
a group of acquired disorders in which the spine degenerates
D
a disorder in which people have little to no control of their brain
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An immune disorder occurs because the body’s immune system mistakenly does what?

A
attacks itself
B
heals itself
C
balances itself
D
grows too quickly
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Which of these is a trauma-related disorder?

A
celiac disease
B
paraplegia
C
cerebral palsy
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Which statement is true of rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?

A
RA is an acquired muscle disease.
B
RA leads to inflammation and paralysis.
C
RA can cause disfigurement.
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Which of these are examples of autoimmune-related physical disorders? Check all that apply.

A
rheumatoid arthritis
B
headaches
C
celiac disease
D
paraplegia
E
cataracts

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