Preoccupation with, and misinterpretation of, minor body sensations with the fear that those indicate disease is known as ________

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word


hypochondriasis

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Discuss the characteristics and prevalence of metabolic syndrome. Can this condition be treated or prevented?

What will be an ideal response?

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The optimal range for blood pressure levels is

A. systolic, less than 120; and diastolic, less than 80. B. systolic, less than 130; and diastolic, less than 85. C. systolic, 130 to 139; and diastolic, 85 to 89. D. systolic, 140 to 159; and diastolic, 90 to 99.

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Traditional approaches to personal health emphasized instruction about

A. the body systems. B. nutrition. C. drug prevention and consequences. D. the environment.

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The key to safe participation in sports conditioning for the person with type 1 diabetes is to

A. perform only short-term, high-intensity exercise. B. keep the intensity of the exercise low. C. learn to avoid small increases in blood glucose during training. D. learn to avoid hypoglycemic episodes during training.

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