C458 Health, Fitness, and Wellness Practice Questions - Set 2 - Part 2

Correct Answer: c) Diabetic diet

A diabetic diet manages blood glucose levels by controlling carbohydrate intake, unlike other diets focused on fat or protein levels.

Correct Answer: b) Hypertension

Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is a major risk factor for cardiovascular diseases, unlike anemia or diabetes, which affect different health areas.

Correct Answer: c) Striated muscles

Striated muscles, or skeletal muscles, control facial expressions and eye movements, unlike cardiac or smooth muscles.

Correct Answer: d) Skeletal system

The skeletal system provides the framework for body structure and movement, which differentiates it from the muscular system, which interacts with it to enable motion.

Correct Answer: c) Carbohydrates

Carbohydrates provide essential energy for cells and are found in a variety of foods, unlike proteins, which focus on tissue repair.

Correct Answer: b) Psychologist

Psychologists provide therapy and support but cannot prescribe medication, a role fulfilled by psychiatrists.

Correct Answer: c) Homeostasis

Homeostasis is the body’s process of maintaining a stable internal environment essential for optimal functioning, differentiating it from metabolism or adaptation.

Correct Answer: b) The ability to sustain muscle contractions over time

Muscular endurance is the capacity for muscles to sustain repetitive contractions, distinguishing it from muscular strength or flexibility.

Correct Answer: c) Unsaturated fats

Unsaturated fats are beneficial for heart health and are commonly found in plant-based oils, unlike saturated or trans fats, which can negatively impact cholesterol.

Correct Answer: b) To help individuals visualize balanced meals

MyPlate serves as a tool to guide individuals in creating balanced meals, emphasizing food variety rather than strict dietary restrictions.

Correct Answer: b) Pancreas

The pancreas produces insulin, a hormone essential for blood sugar regulation, distinguishing it from the liver, which has metabolic functions.

Correct Answer: c) Calcium

Calcium is essential for bone density and muscle function, setting it apart from iron or sodium, which have different primary roles.

Correct Answer: b) Self-management

Self-management is the ability to regulate emotions and manage behaviour, especially under stress, distinguishing it from empathy, which is about understanding others.

Correct Answer: c) Complex carbohydrates

Complex carbohydrates contain fibre and offer prolonged energy, unlike simple or refined carbohydrates, which provide quick but short-lasting energy.

Correct Answer: c) Self-directed learning

Self-directed learning involves actively seeking knowledge and growth, emphasizing independence and personal development, unlike goal setting, which is more specific to setting targets.

Correct Answer: c) Skeletal muscle

Skeletal muscles are striated and under voluntary control, enabling movement, unlike cardiac or smooth muscles which are involuntary.

Correct Answer: a) 4 calories per gram

Carbohydrates provide 4 calories per gram, unlike fats which yield 9 calories per gram, making carbohydrates a moderate energy source.

Correct Answer: b) Light sleep right before deep sleep

Stage 2 Non-REM sleep is a light sleep phase before the body enters deeper sleep stages, unlike Stage 3, which is the deepest phase.

Correct Answer: b) Immune system

The immune system generates white blood cells to fight infections, a role distinct from other systems like the digestive or muscular systems.

Correct Answer: c) Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant that supports immune function, unlike other vitamins which have different primary functions.