Deck 12: Other Relaxation Techniques

Question 1

All of the following are basic principles of Tai Chi EXCEPT _____.

A) relaxation
B) separating Yin and Yang
C) imagery
D) keeping an erect back

Answer 1

C

Question 2

A massage technique that massages a "reflex zone" in the foot in which damage to body parts is thought to be manifested is called _____.

A) reflex command
B) zoning
C) reflexology
D) quieting reflex

Answer 2

C

Question 3

Pressing down on points of the body where knots or bands of muscle tension frequently occur is called _____.

A) shiatsu
B) quieting reflex
C) petrissage
D) mindfulness therapy

Answer 3

A

Question 4

Living with and caring for a pet can do all of the following EXCEPT _____.

A) help prevent accidents
B) help people recover from heart attacks
C) protect the heart and blood vessels
D) improve mood and well-being

Question 5

All of the following poses are classic yoga positions EXCEPT _____.

A) corpse pose
B) warrior pose
C) cobra pose
D) angel pose

Question 6

A(n) _____ is an example of a biofeedback instrument.

A) telephone
B) pedometer
C) odometer
D) basal body thermometer

Question 7

Electromyographic (EMG) biofeedback measures _____.

A) electrical impulses of the heart
B) conduciveness of electricity over different liquids in the body
C) muscle contractions
D) blood flow in the heart

Question 8

Deep breathing that expands the belly rather than the chest is called _____.

A) thoracic breathing
B) intercostal breathing
C) diaphragmatic breathing
D) hyperventilated breathing

Question 9

Biofeedback that measures temperature is called _____.

A) cryofeedback
B) temperature control feedback
C) electromyographic biofeedback
D) thermal biofeedback

Question 10

_____ refers to focusing your attention on the present moment to relax.

A) Concentration
B) Thoughtfulness
C) Mindfulness
D) Balanced thought

Question 11

The three phases of biofeedback include all of the following steps EXCEPT _____.

A) judging
B) measuring
C) converting
D) feeding back

Question 12

The use of plant material added to massage oil thought to have pharmacological qualities that improve health is called _____.

A) oil rubbing
B) aromatherapy
C) asanas
D) herbal remedy

Question 13

Thermal biofeedback is effective in treating conditions related to _____.

A) muscle control
B) blood flow
C) temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
D) bad posture

Question 14

Practicing mindfulness has been found to _____.

A) work only for patients suffering from debilitating disorders
B) enhance negative psychological symptoms
C) cause positive mood changes
D) increase muscle tension

Question 15

Which of the following is the most relaxing and healthy type of breathing?

A) Diaphragmatic breathing
B) Upper costal breathing
C) Middle costal breathing
D) Thoracic breathing

Question 16

A relaxation technique that searches for relaxed body parts and transports that sensation to less relaxed areas is called _____.

A) reflexology
B) progressive stretching
C) shiatsu
D) body scanning

Question 17

A six-step relaxation technique that results in relaxation in seconds is called _____.

A) reflexology
B) quieting reflex
C) instant calming sequence
D) aromatherapy

Question 18

The use of electronic instruments or other techniques to monitor and change subconscious activities, many of which are regulated by the autonomic nervous system, is called _____.

A) vital signs
B) physiological statistics
C) biofeedback
D) body monitoring

Question 19

_____ is a massage technique that involves gentle stroking along the length of a muscle.

A) Effleurage
B) Petrissage
C) Friction
D) Hacking

Question 20

A relaxation technique that involves manipulating points in the body that are muscularly tense is called _____.

A) acupuncture
B) autohypnosis
C) reflexology
D) massage

Question 21

_____ is a massage technique that involves light slaps or karate chops.

A) Effleurage
B) Petrissage
C) Friction
D) Hacking

Question 22

Shiatsu is acupressure massage.

Question 23

Biofeedback equipment is used as a training device to help people gain greater control of their physiological processes.

Question 24

Biofeedback is so effective that it is usually not accompanied by any other stress-reducing techniques.

Question 25

An asana is _____.

A) a breathing technique used in yoga
B) a body position used in yoga
C) a Hindu relaxation technique
D) none of these

Question 26

Stress is often associated with a preoccupation with the past or with a fear of the future.

Question 27

Pet owners tend to have higher heart rates and higher blood pressure levels than those who do not own a pet.

Question 28

Electromyographic (EMG) biofeedback is effective in treating conditions requiring muscle control.

Question 29

If prayer or religion is an important part of an individual's life, repeating a phrase from a prayer or hymn may be a good source of relaxation.

Question 30

Which of the following relaxation techniques is quickest in its effect?

A) Instant Calming Sequence (ICS)
B) Tai Chi
C) Quieting Reflex (QR)
D) Body Scanning

Question 31

The proper order of the three steps to repetitive prayer, according to Dain, is _____.

A) a peaceful state, breathing, and quieting the mind
B) quieting the mind, breathing, and a peaceful state
C) breathing, a peaceful state, and quieting the mind
D) a peaceful state, quieting the mind, and breathing

Question 32

_____ is a massage technique that involves vigorous pressure by circular motions of the thumb or fingertips.

A) Effleurage
B) Petrissage
C) Friction
D) Hacking

Question 33

_____ is a massage technique that involves gentle pressure applied across the width of a muscle.

A) Effleurage
B) Petrissage
C) Friction
D) Hacking

Question 34

Jack suffers from trait anxiety. He follows a relaxation technique whose primary objective is to learn to live in the moment and ignore anxiety-inciting thoughts of the past and future. Jack is most likely practicing _____.

A) biofeedback
B) Tai Chi
C) autohypnosis
D) mindfulness

Question 35

Mary works as a manager in Zerne Inc. Her work is monotonous and stressful. She consults a clinical psychologist to cope with her stress. The clinical psychologist teaches her a five-step relaxation technique that involves uninterrupted breathing, smiling, balanced posture, relaxation, and mental control. Mary is most likely learning _____.

A) Instant Calming Sequence (ICS)
B) Tai Chi
C) Quieting Reflex (QR)
D) Body Scanning

Question 36

A weightlifter may weigh more than a weight chart advises but not be "overfat."

Question 37

Thermal biofeedback has been used to treat Raynaud's disease, migraine headaches, and hypertension.

Question 38

A pranayama is _____.

A) a breathing technique used in yoga
B) a body position used in yoga
C) a Hindu relaxation technique
D) none of these

Question 39

Practicing mindfulness will not reduce stress levels.

Question 40

Specific types of mindfulness activities include _____.

A) mindful breathing
B) mindful eating
C) mindful walking
D) all of these

Question 41

The power of music to stimulate outweighs its ability to relax.

Question 42

The Instant Calming Sequence (ICS) is based on the belief that one should recognize and immediately respond to the first signs of stress.

Question 43

Research has shown that biofeedback is effective in treating menstrual pain.

Question 44

Diaphragmatic breathing is also called upper costal breathing.

Question 45

Studies using magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) machines have shown that mindfulness-based stress reduction changes the gray matter of the brain that is associated with learning and memory, regulation of emotions, and perception.

Question 46

Yoga is a set of Hindu relaxation techniques.

Question 47

The focus of Tai Chi is upon turning and posture, not upon total body movement.

Question 48

When used with other types of relaxation techniques, biofeedback can act as a reinforcer and help in identifying what is and what is not working.

Question 49

Slow tempo music synchronizes brain waves, thereby resulting in lower respiratory and heart rates.

Question 50

Biofeedback has been shown to be effective in treating stroke and paralysis.

Question 51

Breathing is an important aspect of body scanning.

Question 52

Elderly people who own pets are less likely to experience depression and are better able to tolerate living alone.

Question 53

Individuals can alter specific bodily functions using biofeedback.