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When is the BEST time to be tested for HIV?

A
immediately after possible exposure
B
two to three weeks after possible exposure
C
approximately eight weeks after possible exposure to the virus
D
three months after possible exposure
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When it comes to cholesterol, it is better to have __________.

A
more cholesterol
B
more LDL
C
a high ratio of LDL to HDL
D
more HDL
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New research on the treatment of communicable diseases is important because bacteria and viruses can become resistant to treatments. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
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Which of the following is a TRUE statement regarding the discrimination those with HIV/AIDS face?

A
Infected persons are subject to harassment at work.
B
Infected persons are generally accepted by society.
C
Infected persons are the source of HIV misinformation.
D
Infected persons are given substantial educational scholarships.
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Stress is a factor that can influence the development and growth of cancer. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
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When is the BEST time to be treated for an STI?

A
Only after the symptoms of the STI begin to subside should a person seek treatment.
B
When a person starts treatment makes no difference for most STIs.
C
Only after first noticing a symptom of the STI should a person seek treatment.
D
A person should seek treatment the first moment he or she suspects having an STI.
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Chemotherapy uses __________ to destroy cancer cells.

A
radiation
B
hormones
C
drugs
D
surgery
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What is the impact of arteriosclerosis?

A
inefficient blood flow
B
increased artery elasticity
C
arterial plaque deposition
D
reduced blood clotting
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Can a person be exposed to HIV by hugging or shaking hands with an infected person?

A
yes, because the virus can be transmitted through sweat
B
no, because none of the bodily fluids that carry the virus are on the surface of the skin
C
no, not if the skin is completely covered
D
yes, so you can't ever be too safe
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A student who has trouble hearing and must have a written copy of class lectures in order to participate in class is considered to have which of the following?

A
vision disability
B
activity limitation
C
participation restriction
D
impairment
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Which of the following is a TRUE statement about the effects of STIs on one's health?

A
In addition to the emotional trauma that an STI can cause, a person can suffer great mental disability as a result of an STI.
B
The physical effects of an STI can be easily hidden because they generally only affect the genital area.
C
If there are no symptoms of the STI, the person can still donate blood because the blood is only rarely affected.
D
all of the above
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If you contract a contagious illness from being bitten by a mosquito, this would be considered contraction through __________.

A
airborne contact
B
surface contact
C
direct contact
D
vector contact
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Select the description that would represent a pathogen that would be considered a virus.

A
genetic material that is surrounded by a protein coat and uses a host cell to reproduce
B
a single-celled organism that infects animals and plants
C
an organism that feeds off others in order to gain its nutrients
D
a single-celled organism that can be a parasite
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Which of the following statements is TRUE about noncommunicable diseases?

A
Noncommunicable diseases pose very little life risk.
B
Noncommunicable diseases are easy to detect because the symptoms are always present.
C
Noncommunicable diseases cannot be transmitted from one person to another.
D
Noncommunicable diseases develop only at birth.
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If you wanted to reduce your risk of contracting a communicable disease you could __________.

A
take steps to reduce your immune health
B
avoid touching your shoes or clothing
C
wash your hands often
D
start smoking
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Which of the following fluids CANNOT transmit HIV?

A
tears
B
semen
C
blood
D
vaginal fluid
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Many automobile companies have custom options available for disabled people.

A
T
B
F
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The goal of the flu vaccine is to prevent you from becoming infected with influenza. Please select the best answer from the choices provided.

A
T
B
F
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Hypertension is called "the silent killer" because __________.

A
it kills people while they sleep
B
there is no treatment for it
C
it generally has no symptoms
D
if affects the voice box first
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If a company that has 18 employees interviews five people for a position and chooses to hire the person with the second best qualifications because the building may not be able to accommodate the wheelchair of the most qualified candidate, who is disabled, which act is the employer violating?

A
Air Carrier Access Act
B
Americans with Disabilities Act
C
Readjustment Act
D
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

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