Deck 12: Other Relaxation Techniques

Question 1

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

A)help prevent falls.
B)help people recover from heart attacks.
C)protect the heart and blood vessels.
D)help manage blood pressure.

Answer 1

A

Question 2

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

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

Answer 2

D

Question 3

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

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

Answer 3

B

Question 4

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 5

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.

Question 6

The most relaxing and healthy type of breathing is

A)diaphragmatic breathing.
B)upper costal breathing.
C)middle costal breathing.
D)thoracic breathing.

Question 7

____________ is focusing your attention on the present moment.

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

Question 8

Practicing mindfulness has been found to

A)cause mood changes.
B)increase feelings of control.
C)both a and b.
D)neither a nor b.

Question 9

This massage technique involves gentle stroking along the length of a muscle.

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

Question 10

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 11

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

A)acupuncture.
B)progressive relaxation.
C)reflexology.
D)massage.

Question 12

Thermal biofeedback is effective at treating conditions related to

A)muscle control.
B)blood flow.
C)TMJ.
D)bad posture.

Question 13

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.

Question 14

Biofeedback that measures temperature is called

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

Question 15

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

A)reflexology.
B)massage.
C)shiatsu.
D)body scanning.

Question 16

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

A)thoracic breathing.
B)intercostal breathing.
C)diaphragmatic breathing.
D)hyperventilating.

Question 17

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 18

All of the following poses are classic yoga positions,except

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

Question 19

The three phases of biofeedback include the following steps,EXCEPT

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

Question 20

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

A)acupressure.
B)quieting reflex.
C)petrissage.
D)mindfulness.

Question 21

EMG is effective in treating conditions requiring muscle control.

Question 22

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

Question 23

Biofeedback does not share any common elements with other relaxation techniques.

Question 24

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

Question 25

The proper order of the three steps to repetitive prayer,as offered by Dain,is:

A)The peaceful state, breathing, and quieting the mind
B)Quieting the mind, breathing, and the peaceful state
C)Breathing, the peaceful state, and quieting the mind
D)The peaceful state, quieting the mind, and breathing

Question 26

Practicing mindfulness will not reduce stress levels.

Question 27

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

Question 28

This massage technique involves light slaps or karate chops.

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

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

This massage technique involves gentle pressure applied across the width of a muscle.

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

Question 31

This massage technique involves vigorous pressure by circular motions of the thumb of fingertips.

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

Question 32

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

Question 33

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 the above

Question 34

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 the above

Question 35

Shiatsu is acupressure massage.

Question 36

Yoga is a set of Hindu relaxation techniques.

Question 37

Some individuals have learned to alter specific functions using biofeedback.

Question 38

A weightlifter may weigh more than the body mass index chart advises but not be "overfat."

Question 39

Pet owners tend to have higher heart rates and higher blood pressure levels than non-pet owners.

Question 40

Specific types of mindfulness activities discussed in the text include:

A)Mindful breathing
B)Mindful eating
C)Mindful walking
D)All of the above

Question 41

Biofeedback has been shown to be effective in treating post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

Question 42

Elderly people who own pets make fewer visits to physicians and feel less alone.

Question 43

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

Question 44

Diaphragmatic breathing is also known as belly breathing.

Question 45

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

Question 46

Music can affect the brain so strongly that it will result in lower respiratory and heart rates.

Question 47

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 learn and memory,emotions,and perception.

Question 48

Breathing is an important aspect of body scanning.

Question 49

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

Question 50

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