Question 1

Which of the following statements is true regarding training a client to use muscle relaxation?

Accepted Answer

Muscle relaxation techniques are often more effective when a client understands the underlying causes of their tension. Exploring these root causes can help tailor the relaxation technique to the client's specific needs and enhance the effectiveness of the intervention. Addressing discrimination and oppression (A) requires more comprehensive approaches beyond muscle relaxation. Muscle relaxation alone (C) may not fully address external situations like work-related tension, as these situations often require changes in the environment or behavior. Finally, training in muscle relaxation (D) requires skill and understanding of the technique, and helper competency does not automatically emerge without proper training and experience.

Question 2

Part of the seven attitudinal foundations,_________ is about developing confidence in your feelings and intuition.

Accepted Answer

Trust is one of the seven attitudinal foundations of mindfulness, emphasizing the importance of having confidence in one's own feelings and intuition as part of the practice.

Question 3

Sympathetic nervous system is to_________ as parasympathetic nervous system is to_________ .

Accepted Answer

The sympathetic nervous system is associated with the body's responses to stress, preparing the body for the "fight or flight" response, while the parasympathetic nervous system is associated with relaxation and returning the body to a state of calm after the stress has passed.

Question 4

Jon Kabat-Zinn's (2005) seven attitudinal foundations for mindfulness meditation include: nonjudging, patience, trust, nonstriving, acceptance, letting go, and ______________.

Accepted Answer

Jon Kabat-Zinn's seven attitudinal foundations of mindfulness include "beginner's mind" as the seventh component, which emphasizes approaching each moment with the openness and eagerness of a beginner, rather than with the expectations or preconceptions that might come with expertise or familiarity.

Question 5

Diaphragmatic breathing serves to balance the__________ nervous system and_________ nervous system.

Accepted Answer

Diaphragmatic breathing helps to balance the sympathetic nervous system (responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response) and the parasympathetic nervous system (responsible for the body's 'rest and digest' functions).

Question 6

___________stems from insufficient lung functioning (such as from lung disease).

Accepted Answer

Hypoventilation occurs when the lungs do not adequately exchange air, leading to insufficient oxygen intake and carbon dioxide removal, often due to lung disease or obstruction.

Question 7

Goyal and colleagues (2014) noted that meditation has been helpful for addressing all EXCEPT which of the following in clients?

Accepted Answer

Meditation is primarily a self-help tool that encourages self-reliance and introspection, rather than shifting reliance from oneself to others. It is known to help with issues like excessive self-blame, chronic fatigue, and blocks to productivity or creativity by promoting relaxation, mindfulness, and self-awareness.

Question 8

While conducting a body scan, the client does which of the following:

Accepted Answer

During a body scan, the client focuses the breath on one region of the body at a time while assessing for tension. This technique helps in identifying areas of stress and promoting relaxation.

Question 9

All of the following are identified as caveats with diaphragmatic breathing EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Deep breathing is not always preferred to shallow breathing for stabilizing the parasympathetic system. The effectiveness of breathing techniques can vary based on the individual and the context, and there are situations where shallow breathing may be more appropriate or beneficial.

Question 10

In the event that the mind wanders during meditation, beginning clients are advised to do which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Returning to the flow of their breathing is a common technique advised for beginners in meditation to gently redirect focus away from wandering thoughts and back to the meditation practice.

Question 11

A helper instructs the client to focus on seeing and accepting things as they are. This attitudinal foundation would be considered:

Accepted Answer

Accepting involves seeing and acknowledging things as they are without trying to change them, which aligns with the description given.

Question 12

The primary task of meditation is to shut yourself off from reality so that total focus may be on the self.

Accepted Answer

Meditation aims to increase awareness and mindfulness, often focusing on the present moment rather than shutting off from reality. It involves observing thoughts and feelings without judgment, rather than disconnecting from them.

Question 13

When instructing a client in the process of muscle relaxation, the helper should:

Accepted Answer

Modeling some of the muscle-group exercises for the client is an effective way to demonstrate proper technique and encourage participation. It helps the client understand how to perform the exercises correctly.

Question 14

When preparing for meditation, the client is encouraged to choose any comfortable position such as sitting or lying on their back or stomach.

Accepted Answer

While sitting or lying on the back are common positions for meditation, lying on the stomach is generally not recommended as it can be uncomfortable and may not promote relaxation or proper breathing.

Question 15

The shared symptoms between hyperventilation and those associated with stress such as dizziness, feeling of tension, chest tightness, and a rapid heartbeat.

Accepted Answer

Both hyperventilation and stress can lead to similar symptoms including dizziness, feeling of tension, chest tightness, and a rapid heartbeat, as they both can cause an increase in breathing rate and physiological arousal.

Question 16

All of the following were identified as potential challenges to muscle relaxation EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

The answer of All of the following were identified as...

Question 17

All of the following cautions were identified when using meditation EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Meditation does not typically require adjustments in medication dosages like increasing them; instead, it's often seen as a complementary practice that can support overall well-being.

Question 18

Muscle relaxation training is based on the premise that a:

Accepted Answer

Muscle relaxation training, such as progressive muscle relaxation, is based on the principle that a muscle cannot be in a state of tension and relaxation simultaneously. This technique involves systematically tensing and then relaxing different muscle groups to reduce overall tension.

Question 19

All of the following are identified as positive outcomes associated with conscious breathing EXCEPT:

Accepted Answer

Developing coping strategies is not a direct outcome of conscious breathing; it is more about using conscious breathing as a tool within broader coping strategies.

Question 20

Which attitudinal foundation for meditation encourages the practice of allowing things to unfold in their own time?

Accepted Answer

Patience is the attitudinal foundation that encourages allowing things to unfold in their own time, emphasizing the importance of giving yourself and your experiences the time they need without forcing or rushing.

Quiz 12: Cognitive Approaches to Stress Management: Stress Processes, Problem Solving Therapy, and Stress Inoculation Training