C458 Health, Fitness, and Wellness Practice Questions - Set 3 - Part 3

Correct Answer: b) Vitamin C

Vitamin C is an antioxidant that boosts immune function and helps protect cells from damage, distinguishing it from nutrients like calcium and iron, which have other roles.

Correct Answer: c) Vagina

The vagina is the passage that connects the uterus to the outside, playing a central role in the reproductive system, unlike the ovaries or cervix.

Correct Answer: c) They are high in fibre and digest slowly

Complex carbohydrates provide sustained energy and are high in fibre, unlike simple carbs that offer rapid energy but lower nutritional content.

Correct Answer: d) Pituitary gland

The pituitary gland regulates various bodily functions by controlling other endocrine glands, earning it the title "master gland."

Correct Answer: c) Increased risk of heart disease

Sleep deficiency has been linked to a higher risk of heart disease, unlike low blood pressure or enhanced muscle growth, which are unrelated.

Correct Answer: c) Skeletal muscle

Skeletal muscle is under voluntary control and enables movement, unlike cardiac and smooth muscles, which operate involuntarily.

Correct Answer: b) Frontal lobe

The frontal lobe is involved in complex cognitive tasks and emotional regulation, distinguishing it from other brain areas with different functions.

Correct Answer: b) Homeostasis

Homeostasis is the body’s method for maintaining a stable internal environment, distinct from metabolism, which involves chemical processes.

Correct Answer: a) Calcium

Calcium plays a crucial role in muscle contraction and nerve function, setting it apart from other nutrients with different primary functions.

Correct Answer: c) School counselor

School counselors focus on academic, social, and career support for students, unlike psychiatrists who primarily address mental health with medication.