Mental Health
True or False: Depression means you are always sad
False
What is a benefit you may notice within weeks of quitting smoking?
A) Improved vision
B) Less coughing and shortness of breath
C) Increased hair growth
D) Reduced risk of diabetes
B) Less coughing and shortness of breath
What is considered ideal blood pressure?
A) Below 120/80
B) Below 120/60
C) Below 140/80
D) Below 140/60
A) Below 120/80
Diabetes is a condition where there is too much of what in the blood?
A. Salt
B. Iron
C. Glucose (Sugar)
D. Vitamins
C) Glucose (sugar)
What is the most common sign of overexposure to UV radiation?
A. Increased freckles.
B. Sunburn.
C. Improved immunity.
D. Enhanced vitamin D levels.
B) Sunburn
What is the most common mental health disorder?
A) Depression
B) Eating Disorders
C) Anxiety
D) Bipolar Disorder
C) Anxiety
True or false? Smoking is responsible for over 90% of lung cancer cases.
True
Why is high blood pressure often called the “silent killer”
A) It usually has no obvious warning signs or symptoms until significant health damage occurs.
B) It is caused by suppressing emotions and staying silent for long periods.
D) It primarily affects the vocal cords, making it difficult to speak.
D) It only affects people while they are sleeping.
A) It usually has no obvious warning signs or symptoms until significant health damage occurs.
What is "Insulin Resistance"?
A. When the body makes too much insulin.
B. When the body's cells don't respond properly to insulin.
C. When someone is allergic to insulin.
D. When the body destroys its own insulin.
B) When the body's cells don't respond properly to insulin.
True or False? You should take a cold shower after getting a sunburn.
True
How many children suffer from a type of mental health disorder?
A) 1 in 4
B) 1 in 6
C) 1 in 8
D) 1 in 10
B) 1 in 6
Which mental health symptom improves gradually after quitting?
A) Insomnia
B) Elimination of cravings
C) Instant happiness
D) Mood regulation
A) Insomnia
Smoking reduces the body's ability to carry oxygen to the heart because it increases:
A. CO₂ in the blood
B. Carbon monoxide
C. Iron levels
D. Calcium levels
A) CO₂ in the blood
What does "hypoglycemia" mean?
A. High blood sugar
B. Low blood sugar
C. High blood pressure
D. Low heart rate
B) Low blood sugar
How many types of UV rays are there?
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
B) 3
How many adults experience depression annually?
A) 1 in 5
B) 1 in 6
C) 1 in 7
D) 1 in 8
A) 1 in 5
Within how much time after quitting smoking does the heart rate begin to drop?
A) 5 minutes
B) 20 minutes
C) 1 hour
D) 24 hours
A) 5 minutes
Approximately how many deaths are caused by cardiovascular diseases?
A) 1 in every 7 deaths
B) 1 in every 6 deaths
C) 1 in every 5 deaths
D) 1 in every 4 deaths
C) 1 in 5
Which test gives a doctor a "picture" of a person's average blood sugar over the past 2–3 months?
A. Fasting Glucose Test
B. A1C Test
C. Blood Pressure Test
D. Urine Test
B) A1C Test
What does a sunscreen that is SPF 30 mean?
A. It takes 30 times longer for your skin to burn than if you wore no sunscreen
B. It takes 15 times more solar energy to produce a sunburn compared to unprotected skin
C. The sunscreen lets twice as much solar radiation through as a sunscreen labeled SPF 60
D. The SPF value tells consumers how much broad spectrum protection the sunscreen provides
A) It takes 30 times longer for your skin to burn than if you wore no sunscreen
In generalized anxiety disorder, a person might experience:
A) Excitement mixed with tension in challenging situations
B) Occasional nervousness before a presentation
C) Stress limited to minor daily tasks
D) Worry that feels uncontrollable and affects multiple areas of life
D) Worry that feels uncontrollable and affects multiple areas of life.
Carbon monoxide levels in the blood caused by smoking decrease within
A) 12 hours
B) 24 hours
C) 3 days
D) 1 week
A) 12 hours
Heart healthy diets can reduce risk of heart conditions by
A) 19%
B) 23%
C) 32%
D) 26%
D) 26%
If a person with diabetes feels shaky, sweaty, and confused, they might have low blood sugar. What should they do first?
A. Take more insulin.
B. Go for a long run.
C. Consume 15 grams of fast-acting carbs
D. Take a nap immediately.
C) Consume 15 grams of carbs or sugar
What is the most immediate danger to children’s eyes from extreme overexposure to the sun?
A. Glaucoma
B. Photokeratitis
C. Skin cancer
D. Pterygium
Photokeratitis