________ is a massage technique that involves gentle stroking along the length of a muscle.

A. Effleurage
B. Hacking
C. Petrissage
D. Friction


Answer: A

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Answer the following statement(s) true (T) or false (F)

1. The United States' annual economic cost of illicit drugs is in excess of $180 billion. 2. Drug abuse is a unique problem experienced only in big cities. 3. Opponents of drug legalization argue that allowing easier access to drugs would expose many more people to possible abuse and dependence. 4. There is no single best method of treatment to help people break their drug habits. 5. Medication therapy is a relatively expensive program used in addiction treatment.

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The most common cause of abnormal vaginal discharge in women of reproductive age is

A. trichomoniasis. B. bacterial vaginosis. C. gonorrhea. D. chlamydia.

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Which of the following is a benefit statement for INDIVIDUALS of a health promotion program?

A) Controls burden on taxpayers B) Lowers out-of-pocket costs for health care C) Improved price competitiveness D) Reduced pain and suffering

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Enhancing an individual's health-related attitudes, knowledge, and skills is a key goal of health promotion activities

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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