Health Science Exam 3 Review Flashcards

Vocabulary flashcards covering substance abuse effects, STIs, physiology, sports medicine, cardiology, oncology, and stress management based on lecture notes.

Excess caffeine effects

Leads to rapid heart rate, ischemia, and heart pain.

THC

The most active ingredient of Marijuana.

Amotivational syndrome

A long term effect of marijuana use.

Amphetamine

A synthetic agent used to stimulate the CNS (Central Nervous System).

Prenatal and postnatal complications

Results from the abuse of methamphetamines during pregnancy.

Serotonin depletion

Occurs due to the long-term use of ecstasy.

Energy drinks and the FDA

Energy drinks are not regulated by the FDA (False).

SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome)

A condition caused by the abuse of Heroin.

Smokeless tobacco

A substance that can cause gingivitis and periodontitis.

Chlamydia infection effects

Symptoms include abdominal pain, vaginal bleeding, and arthritis.

Trichomoniasis (trich)

An infection caused by a protozoan pathogen.

Genital warts

A condition caused by HPV (Human Papillomavirus).

Pneumocystis pneumonia and Kaposi’s sarcoma

Fatal conditions identified in AIDS patients.

HIV transmission

Can be transmitted via maternal milk.

PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis)

Considered for people who are HIV negative but at risk of getting an infection.

Rate of aging

Depends on genetic factors and lifestyle habits.

CAM (Complementary and Alternative Medicine) medicines

Commonly utilizes natural products.

English medicine

A combination of natural products and synthetic compounds.

Probiotics as synthetic compounds

This is false.

Personal trainer minimum qualifications

An undergraduate degree in sports medicine.

Endurance training improvements

Levels of improvement are similar for both old and young adults.

Periodization cycles

Divided into macro, miso, and micro cycles.

Plyometrics

Exercise method that uses speed and force to build muscle power.

RICE therapy

An acronym for rest, ice, compression, and elevation; applied to acute injuries to minimize swelling.

FAST

A protocol used for stroke prevention and identification.

Female athlete triad

Characterized by bone mineral density decrease, menstrual dysfunction, and fatigue.

LDL lowering

Achieved through regular aerobic activity.

Flavonoids

Present in dark chocolate; helps decrease the risk of stroke.

Terpenoids

Compounds present in spices.

Carotenoids

Compounds present in colored vegetables.

Warning signs of stroke

Include facial dropping, speech difficulties, and arms going limp.

ECG interpretations

Doctors use it to interpret heart rate, heart rhythm, myocardial infarction, and hypertrophy of the heart.

Abnormal ECG finding

A depressed ST segment.

Metastasize

When cancer cells spread from primary sites to new areas of the body to create secondary tumors.

Leading cause of cancer death in women

Lung cancer.

Effective time managers

Individuals who delegate, learn to say no, and avoid boredom.

Biofeedback

The interaction with the interior self.

NPY molecule

A molecule released during stress that impairs the immune system.

GAS sequence

The stages of General Adaptation Syndrome: alarm reaction, resistance, exhaustion, and recovery.

Type A behaviour

Characterized as hard-driving, self-motivated, and multitasking.

Biological clock

Controls the circadian rhythm.

Most sleep deprived category

College students.

REM (Rapid Eye Movement)

The dreaming stage of sleep.