Question 1

Homeostasis

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A)  is a state of unmanaged stress.
B)  describes the body during the fight-or-flight reaction.
C)  is a state of normal "housekeeping" functions.
D)  is the response of the body to prolonged exposure to stressors.E) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 2

The autonomic nervous system controls all the following,EXCEPT the

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A)  ability to digest food.
B)  speed of your heart rate.
C)  ability to write.
D)  ability to alter your blood pressure.E) A) and C)
F) None of the above

Question 3

Which of the following stress management techniques emphasizes the use of breathing,stretching,and balance?

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A)  meditation
B)  hatha yoga
C)  visualization
D)  progressive relaxationE) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 4

The way in which an individual responds to stress is influenced by all of the following,EXCEPT

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A)  personality.
B)  past experiences and current circumstances.
C)  familial response.
D)  biological predispositions.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 5

Which of the following systems are responsible for your body's physical response to stressors?

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A)  cardiovascular and respiratory
B)  nervous and endocrine
C)  digestive and lymph
D)  muscular and skeletalE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 6

Ineffective behavioural responses to stressors may include talking or laughing.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 7

Carrie constantly finds herself worrying about events that haven't happened yet.As a result,she has trouble sleeping and experiences frequent headaches.Give Carrie six cognitive techniques that she could use to help her cope with stressors that greatly impact her life.Remember to fully explain your selection process and the benefits of each.

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Question 8

Homeostasis is the body's state of normalcy.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

During REM sleep all of the following occur,EXCEPT:

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A)  increased heart rate.
B)  increased blood pressure.
C)  increased contraction of muscles.
D)  increased breathing rate.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a reason why one should avoid or limit caffeine as a stress management technique?

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A)  Caffeine is mildly addictive.
B)  Caffeine is associated with irritability.
C)  Caffeine might cause sleeplessness.
D)  Caffeine acts as a sedative.E) All of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 11

The type of resilience in which a person learns and grows from the stress experience is:

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A)  nonreactive.
B)  reactive.
C)  homeostatiC.
D)  positive growth.E) None of the above
F) All of the above

Question 12

The primary determinant of the health consequences of stress is

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A)  whether it is emotional or physical stress.
B)  whether it is pleasant or unpleasant stress.
C)  how long the stress has been present.
D)  how the individual responds to the stress.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 13

If you are still emotionally distressed days or weeks after a tragic event,

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A)  that is normal;give yourself more time.
B)  consider sharing your feelings with others.
C)  consider seeking professional help.
D)  A and BE) B) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 14

A helpful behaviour in dealing with stressful situations is to

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A)  keep a mental log of past mistakes and errors as an instant reference.
B)  cultivate the ability to laugh at yourself.
C)  attempt to fulfill others' expectations.
D)  work hard so that you can play harD.E) A) and B)
F) All of the above

Question 15

All of the following are TRUE regarding the brain and stress,EXCEPT

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A)  the accumulation of stress effects across the life span can contribute to brain aging.
B)  high levels of chronic stress can cause brain cells to shrink.
C)  moderate stress enhances your ability to retain information.
D)  being a little nervous before an exam will lower your performance.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 16

The parasympathetic division of the autonomic nervous system initiates the stress response.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Women and men experience stress differently.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Lack of sleep can be both a cause and effect of excess stress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 19

Which statement about people with hardy personalities is FALSE?

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A)  They view stressors as challenges.
B)  They tend to perceive fewer situations as stressful.
C)  They tend to believe their lives are controlled by outside factors.
D)  They feel at least partly in control of their lives.E) A) and B)
F) A) and D)

Question 20

Progressive relaxation is best described by which one of the following statements?

Accepted Answer

A)  It is a mental exercise that requires special training to address stress.
B)  It is a form of cognitive development.
C)  It is a process that uses simple tensing and relaxing of muscles.
D)  It is an aerobic exercise.E) All of the above
F) None of the above

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