Eating foods high in cholesterol and fats can cause a collection of fatty plaque in arteries. This condition is known as:

a. aphasia
b. arteriosclerosis or atherosclerosis
c. arthritis
d. atelectasis
e. aura


B

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Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Of the five strata of the epidermis, the stratum ________ is the outermost horny layer

A) granulosum B) lucidum C) germinativum D) corneum

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Antonia is a 31-year-old female. She does not smoke and eats a healthy diet. She drinks often with her friends. She works in a paint factory. Her mother and grandmother have both had breast cancer

Discuss Antonia's relative risk for breast cancer and her modifiable risks for any other forms of cancer. What should she do in order to be proactive about her health? What will be an ideal response?

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Which of the following is not a guiding principle from the final report of the SOPHE/AAHE National Task Force on Accreditation in Health Education?

A) Health education is a single profession, with common roles and responsibilities. B) Accreditation is the primary quality assurance mechanism in higher education. C) NCHEC is responsible for assuring quality in professional preparation and practice. D) Professional preparation provides the health education specialist with knowledge and skills that form a foundation.

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