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Which model helps to predict why individuals adopt (or fail to adopt) different health behaviors?

The Social Cognitive Theory

The Theory of Planned Behavior

The Health Belief Model (correct)

The Transtheoretical Model

What are the factors that influence change according to the text?

Family history, genetic predisposition, and environmental factors

Education level, income, and social support

Organizational culture, societal norms, and government policies

Personal characteristics, media messages, and self-efficacy (correct)

What are the limitations of the Health Belief Model?

It does not consider the role of social and environmental factors in shaping health behaviors

It is not applicable to predicting why individuals adopt different health behaviors

It is limited to explaining health behaviors only in relation to an individual's knowledge, attitudes, ideas, and beliefs (correct)

It cannot account for variations in health practices due to people's attitudes and beliefs

According to the Social Cognitive Theory, what is the capacity to learn by observing both the behavior of others and the rewards received for different behaviors called?

Observational learning Signup and view all the answers

What is the most important prerequisite for change according to the Social Cognitive Theory?

Self efficacy Signup and view all the answers

Which stage of behavior change involves complete cessation and a turning away from the original behavior?

Termination Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the way in which an individual, their environment, and their behavior continuously interact and influence each other?

Reciprocal determinism Signup and view all the answers

What are some perceived barriers to physical activity?

Lack of time Signup and view all the answers

What does the Health Belief Model illustrate?

The importance of an individual's beliefs about health Signup and view all the answers

What are the determinants of behavior change?

All of the above Signup and view all the answers

What is a limitation of the Theory of Reasoned Action and Planned Behaviour?

It doesn't address the time frame between intention and action Signup and view all the answers

According to Social Cognitive Theory (SCT), what are the 4 main sources to developing self-efficacy?

Mastering experiences, vicarious experiences, social persuasion, reducing stress reactions Signup and view all the answers

How does exposure to lack of perceived control affect our susceptibility to illness according to SCT?

It increases our susceptibility to illness Signup and view all the answers

What role do normative influences play in regulating our behavior according to SCT?

Normative influences regulate our behavior through anticipation of social consequences Signup and view all the answers

How does SCT view the role of health professions in behavior change?

Health professions play less of an intervening role and are 'change agents' Signup and view all the answers

Which cells control tendon metabolism and respond to mechanical stimuli?

Tenocytes Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of collagen in tendons?

To sustain large tensile loads Signup and view all the answers

What surrounds tendons and forms a sheath that enhances gliding?

Paratendon Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of the acetabular labrum in the hip joint?

To stabilize the hip joint during abduction and rotation Signup and view all the answers

Which factor does NOT affect vascularity and healing capabilities of tendons?

Levels of physical activity Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended range of motion for hip flexion in daily activities?

At least 120 degrees Signup and view all the answers

Which joint structure in the knee has the largest motion in the sagittal plane?

Tibiofemoral joint Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of elastin in tendons and extremity ligaments?

It helps protect spinal nerve roots. Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of ground substance in tendons and ligaments?

It stabilizes collagen and contributes to overall strength. Signup and view all the answers

What is the main difference between tendons and ligaments?

Tendons have parallel collagen fibers, while ligaments do not. Signup and view all the answers

What is the biomechanical property of the ligamentum flavum that allows it to elongate before stiffness increases?

Greater portion of elastic fibers Signup and view all the answers

Which phase of the gait cycle accounts for approximately 65% of the cycle?

Stance phase Signup and view all the answers

What is the term used to describe the length between an event on one side until the same event on the other side?

Step length Signup and view all the answers

Which joint is positioned below the ankle joint and allows the foot to adapt to uneven terrain?

Subtalar joint Signup and view all the answers

What is the most common gait abnormality seen in stroke patients?

Hemiplegic gait Signup and view all the answers

Which movement at the ankle and foot involves a combination of plantar flexion, adduction, and inversion?

Supination Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of pressure fields acting between the plantar surface of the foot and a supporting surface called?

Pedobarography Signup and view all the answers

What percentage of body weight can peak forces placed on the foot reach during running?

275% Signup and view all the answers