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4 Health Habits and Behavior Change Online Quiz Questions

Use this free practice quiz with 20 questions to review 4 Health Habits and Behavior Change, test your knowledge, and prepare for your next test or exam.

20 questions
01
True or false
1 point

True or false: Health habits determine a person's health outcomes by themselves.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

02
True or false
1 point

True or false: Once someone starts trying to change a behavior, they must move through the phases in a straight line and cannot return to an earlier phase.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

03
Written response
1 point

For adults ages 18–60, what is the minimum recommended number of hours of sleep per day?

04
Fill in the blank
1 point

Complete the habit sequence: A familiar event that prompts a behavior is a ; the behavior that follows is the .

05
Choose all
1 point

Select all statements that accurately describe adult physical activity guidelines.

  1. A

    Aim for 150–300 minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week, or an equivalent amount of vigorous activity.

  2. B

    Do aerobic activity only if each session is long and uninterrupted.

  3. C

    Include muscle-strengthening activity on at least 2 days per week.

  4. D

    Avoid counting movement accumulated in shorter periods.

06
Choose one
1 point

According to adult physical activity guidelines, on how many days per week should people do muscle-strengthening activity at minimum?

  1. A

    At least 2 days per week

  2. B

    At least 4 days per week

  3. C

    Every day

  4. D

    Only on days without aerobic activity

07
Written response
1 point

What is the habit-formation term for a satisfying result, such as enjoyment or reduced stress, that can help a routine continue?

08
Choose all
1 point

A person wants to make a new health behavior easier to carry out consistently. Select all strategies that make the plan more specific or easier to follow.

  1. A

    Plan to walk for 10 minutes after lunch on weekdays.

  2. B

    Set a goal to become healthier, without deciding what action to take.

  3. C

    Prepare walking shoes so they are ready when it is time to walk.

  4. D

    Link a new routine to a regular event, such as stretching after brushing teeth.

09
Fill in the blank
1 point

Two forms of support that can help someone quit smoking are and .

10
Choose one
1 point

A person is deciding which preventive screenings and counseling to pursue. Which approach best reflects the guidance?

  1. A

    Discuss services with a clinician using age, health history, and individual risk.

  2. B

    Use the same screening schedule for every person, regardless of risk.

  3. C

    Wait until symptoms appear before considering any preventive care.

  4. D

    Choose services based only on what is easiest to access.

11
Open ended
1 point

A person wants to become more active but has an unpredictable work schedule and occasional caregiving duties. Propose a practical plan that includes a manageable action, a cue, a way to support or track the routine, and a response to an interruption.

12
Choose one
1 point

Someone takes a walk after dinner and finds the walk enjoyable. Which part of this pattern could help the walking routine continue?

  1. A

    A preventive service

  2. B

    A rewarding result that helps reinforce a routine

  3. C

    A financial resource

  4. D

    A change in sleep needs

13
True or false
1 point

Health habits alone determine a person's health outcomes.

  1. A

    True

  2. B

    False

14
Written response
1 point

A person plans to take a walk whenever they finish dinner. What is the term for finishing dinner in this habit pattern?

15
Choose one
1 point

Which goal is the most specific and manageable starting action for someone hoping to become more active?

  1. A

    Decide to become healthier sometime this year

  2. B

    Try to exercise more whenever there is free time

  3. C

    Walk for 10 minutes after lunch on weekdays

  4. D

    Avoid making a plan until motivation feels strong

16
Choose one
1 point

A person wants to evaluate whether their eating habits support health. Which approach best reflects the idea of a healthy eating pattern?

  1. A

    Consider the overall pattern of foods and drinks consumed over time

  2. B

    Rely on one nutrient-rich food to determine the quality of the diet

  3. C

    Choose the same foods regardless of personal needs or budget

  4. D

    Judge the pattern based on a single meal

17
Written response
1 point

For substantial health benefits, what is the minimum recommended number of minutes of moderate-intensity aerobic activity per week for adults?

18
Choose one
1 point

An adult wants to support sleep health through a practical routine. Which plan best matches the recommended strategies?

  1. A

    Change bedtime substantially from night to night

  2. B

    Ignore persistent sleep problems

  3. C

    Use a single sleep duration target for people of every age

  4. D

    Keep sleep and wake times consistent and make the sleep environment restful

19
Choose one
1 point

A patient is deciding which preventive screenings and counseling to pursue. Which approach best reflects how these services should be selected?

  1. A

    Use the same screening schedule for everyone

  2. B

    Discuss services suited to the person's age, health history, and risk

  3. C

    Wait until symptoms appear before considering prevention

  4. D

    Choose preventive services without regard to current guidance

20
Choose one
1 point

A person with a busy schedule wants to become more active. Which plan best combines personal strategies with supportive surroundings?

  1. A

    Wait for a less demanding work schedule before taking any action

  2. B

    Rely only on willpower to overcome every obstacle

  3. C

    Take a brief walk during a work break, invite a colleague, and prepare for interruptions

  4. D

    Set a large weekly activity goal without tracking or adapting it