Physical Activity
Disease
Body Systems
Drugs & Alcohol
Health Terms and Definitions
100

What is Physical Fitness?

The ability to carry out daily tasks without fatigue.

100

What is a communicable disease?

A disease that can be spread from one person to another.

100

Name a part of the respiratory system.

Lungs, trachea, bronchi, etc.

100

What is a stimulant?

A drug that increases action of the central nervous system, heart, and other organs.

100

Define overdose.

A strong sometimes fatal reaction to taking a large amount of drugs.

200

Name a benefit of physical fitness.

Improves hearth health, mood, energy, sleep, etc.

200
Name a source of communicable disease (where it could be transmitted from).

People, animals, objects, and the environment.

200
What does the digestive system do? 

Breaks down food and nutrients.

200

What is BAC and what is the legal limit?

Blood Alcohol Content, 0.08%

200

What is abuse of drugs or alcohol?

Intentionally taking medicine for non-medical reasons. 

300

Name a health-related fitness component.

Cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, muscular endurance, flexibility, body composition.

300

How is Lyme disease transmitted?

Through tick bites.

300

What is the function of the nervous system?

Controls and coordinates body activities using nerves, provides feeling, sends signals to and from the brain.

300
What is the difference between prescription and over-the-counter medicine?

Prescription is given by a doctor, over-the-counter can be bought without a prescription.

300

What is a side effect?

An unwanted effect of medicine.

400

Name a skill-related fitness component.

Power, agility, balance, speed, reaction time, coordination.

400

How can you prevent influenze?

Get vaccinated, wash hands, avoid contact with sick people, etc. 

400

What is the function of the endocrine system?

Sends hormones to regulate bodily functions.

400

What is a standard drink? Must provide the type of drink and the volume (ounces).

Beer & seltzers: 12 oz

Wine: 5 0z

Liquor: 1.25 oz

400

Define addiction.

A mental or physical need for a drug.

500

What is the difference between physical activity and exercise?

Physical activity is any body movement, exercise is structured and intentional movements with a purpose. 

500

What is the difference between communicable and non-communicable diseases? Provide an example of a non-communicable disease. 

Communicable diseases can be spread, non-communicable diseases do not spread from person to person (cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes, etc).

500

What does the lymphatic system do?

Helps fights infections and removes waste from the body.

500

Name an effect of long-term tobacco use.

Lung disease, cancer, heart problems.

500

What is binge drinking?

Drinking a lot of alcohol in a short time (5 or more drinks in one setting).

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