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Health Education and Promotion for Young Adults

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What is the leading cause of death among young adults in the United States?

  1. Heart disease

  2. Cancer

  3. Unintentional injuries

  4. Suicide


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Unintentional injuries, such as motor vehicle crashes, falls, and drownings, are the leading cause of death among young adults in the United States.

Which of the following is a risk factor for heart disease in young adults?

  1. High blood pressure

  2. High cholesterol

  3. Diabetes

  4. Smoking


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above are risk factors for heart disease in young adults.

What is the recommended amount of sleep for young adults?

  1. 6-8 hours per night

  2. 7-9 hours per night

  3. 8-10 hours per night

  4. 9-11 hours per night


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The recommended amount of sleep for young adults is 7-9 hours per night.

Which of the following is a benefit of regular physical activity for young adults?

  1. Reduced risk of heart disease

  2. Reduced risk of stroke

  3. Reduced risk of type 2 diabetes

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are benefits of regular physical activity for young adults.

What is the recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables for young adults?

  1. 2 cups of fruits and 2 cups of vegetables

  2. 3 cups of fruits and 3 cups of vegetables

  3. 4 cups of fruits and 4 cups of vegetables

  4. 5 cups of fruits and 5 cups of vegetables


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The recommended daily intake of fruits and vegetables for young adults is 5 cups of fruits and 5 cups of vegetables.

Which of the following is a risk factor for cancer in young adults?

  1. Smoking

  2. Excessive alcohol consumption

  3. Poor diet

  4. Lack of physical activity


Correct Option:
Explanation:

All of the above are risk factors for cancer in young adults.

What is the recommended amount of alcohol consumption for young adults?

  1. No more than 1 drink per day for women and 2 drinks per day for men

  2. No more than 2 drinks per day for women and 3 drinks per day for men

  3. No more than 3 drinks per day for women and 4 drinks per day for men

  4. No more than 4 drinks per day for women and 5 drinks per day for men


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended amount of alcohol consumption for young adults is no more than 1 drink per day for women and 2 drinks per day for men.

Which of the following is a risk factor for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in young adults?

  1. Having multiple sexual partners

  2. Not using condoms

  3. Sharing needles

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are risk factors for sexually transmitted infections (STIs) in young adults.

What is the recommended age for young adults to get vaccinated against HPV?

  1. 11-12 years old

  2. 13-15 years old

  3. 16-18 years old

  4. 19-26 years old


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended age for young adults to get vaccinated against HPV is 11-12 years old.

Which of the following is a symptom of depression in young adults?

  1. Feeling sad or hopeless

  2. Loss of interest in activities

  3. Changes in appetite or sleep

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are symptoms of depression in young adults.

What is the recommended amount of screen time for young adults?

  1. No more than 2 hours per day

  2. No more than 4 hours per day

  3. No more than 6 hours per day

  4. No more than 8 hours per day


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended amount of screen time for young adults is no more than 2 hours per day.

Which of the following is a risk factor for suicide in young adults?

  1. Depression

  2. Anxiety

  3. Substance abuse

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are risk factors for suicide in young adults.

What is the recommended amount of physical activity for young adults?

  1. At least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week

  2. At least 300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 150 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week

  3. At least 450 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 225 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week

  4. At least 600 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 300 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The recommended amount of physical activity for young adults is at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity or 75 minutes of vigorous-intensity aerobic activity per week.

Which of the following is a benefit of mindfulness meditation for young adults?

  1. Reduced stress and anxiety

  2. Improved focus and concentration

  3. Increased self-awareness and compassion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above are benefits of mindfulness meditation for young adults.

What is the recommended amount of sleep for young adults?

  1. 6-8 hours per night

  2. 7-9 hours per night

  3. 8-10 hours per night

  4. 9-11 hours per night


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The recommended amount of sleep for young adults is 7-9 hours per night.

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