Which of the following lifestyle choices poses the greatest risk for c

Which of the following lifestyle choices poses the greatest risk for chronic illness to the young adult?

1. Alcohol and tobacco use
2. Ignoring seat belt and helmet laws
3. Unprotected sex with multiple partners
4. Poor nutrition and a lack of structured exercise

ANSWER

ANS: 1
Lifestyle choices of young adults (e.g., use of tobacco or alcohol) put them at risk for chronic ill-nesses or disabilities during their middle or older adult years. While ignoring seat belt and helmet laws represents a risk factor for injury or death it is not directly related to chronic illness. While unprotected or multiple-partner sex option does represent a risk factor for chronic disease in the form of STDs, the greater risk comes from alcohol and tobacco use. While poor nutrition and lack of exercise do represent risk factors for chronic disease such as heart disease and obesity, the greater risk comes from alcohol and tobacco use.