HLTH 231 Chapter 3
Which of the following statements about the graduating class of 2016 is true?
More than 70 percent of these students graduated with significant debt.
Which of the following is a key time management strategy that can reduce stress?
Set clear implementation intentions toward a specific end.
Which of the following is TRUE about stress?
Stress is a mental and physical response to real or perceived changes and challenges
Which of the following statements regarding stress and hair loss is NOT true?
Stress-induced hair loss occurs when colonies of hair are pushed into an active phase.
Meditation has been proven effective in managing stress. Which of the following is NOT true about meditation?
There is only one meditation style that is considered effective.
Which of the following situations might contribute to impaired immune function?
Your grandmother moves in with your family after being hospitalized due to a stroke.
The body's attempt to restore homeostasis in the aftermath of a stress response is a(n) ________ response.
adaptive
Catrina just missed hitting a deer as she was driving along a dark, curving road. She felt her racing heart finally slow down after she pulled off the road and took a few deep breaths. This is an example of a(n)
adaptive response.
Cortisol is secreted by the
adrenal glands.
Hearing a piercing scream late at night while walking on a campus path would likely trigger which phase of the general adaptation syndrome?
alarm
Eating healthy foods helps in managing stress,
although the precise reasons are not fully understood.
Which of the following is most likely to cause eustress instead of distress?
an impending promotion
Relationships can cause stress in all the following ways EXCEPT
aspiring to be the best one can be.
An ongoing state of physiological arousal in response to stressors is known as
chronic stress
The sum of exposure to stressors, including complex traumas, is known as
cumulative adversity.
You have been a successful doctor of internal medicine for many years. You recently gave up your large practice in the city to join the staff of a small-town clinic where you will work four days a week. Which method are you using to manage stress?
downshifting
The primary hormone responsible for physiological stress responses such as increased heart and breathing rates is
epinephrine
After weeks of arguments, Riley and Schaeffer break up. They both spend most of the following weekend sleeping, eating, and watching TV. Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome are they now in?
exhaustion
Stress management consists of
finding balance and developing coping strategies.
Chronic stress has a strong connection to all of the following medical conditions EXCEPT
hearing loss
Suicidal ideation is significantly associated with
high stress and low self-esteem.
Brian is considered a Type A personality by his friends because of his history of "road rage" and extreme competitiveness. All the following put him at increased risk for cardiovascular disease EXCEPT
his upbeat, glass-half-full approach to life.
The physiological state in which all body systems are in balance and functioning normally is
homeostasis
The immune system's ability to respond to assaults is known as
immunocompetence
Research has shown that laughter results in all of the following EXCEPT
increased risk of heart disease
Which of the following is NOT an indicator that a person's sympathetic nervous system has been activated?
increased salivation
Chronic stress may cause structural degeneration and impaired function of the brain, increasing the risk for all of the following EXCEPT
meningitis
The stress hormone cortisol plays a major role during the stress response in
mobilizing nutrients to meet energy needs
You really want to buy an expensive software program to help you with coursework, but your credit cards are maxed out and the rent is due next week. Which type of stressor is this?
money
One reason the validity of the Type A personality theory has been debated is that
not all Type A people experience negative health consequences
The feeling that you are overextended and that it's not possible for you to meet all the demands being placed up on you is known as
overload
The gland that secretes ACTH is the
pituitary
Luci has worked as a customer service representative for two years. She believes that this job has improved her ability to cope with a variety of stressful situations and is confident in her ability to do so. Luci is exhibiting which of the following personality traits?
self-efficacy
Melanie grew up in extreme poverty, but won a full scholarship to a top liberal arts college. There, her sociology professor, who also comes from a poor family, has been helping Melanie to take a proactive approach to her current stressors and to focus on the future. These strategies are best classified as
shifting and persisting.
Which of the following BEST describes a Type C personality?
stoic
Which of the following forms of stress management originated as a form of self-defense?
tai chi
A sense of being overwhelmed by perceived obligations to stay connected online is
technostress
Emily is experiencing an allostatic load due to a dysfunctional relationship, credit card debt, and a challenging course load. Which of the following defines the term allostatic load?
the long-term wear and tear on the body caused by the stress response
Jade's heart races and she cannot think of anything to say when the cute guy in class sits next to her. This is an example of
the stress response
All of the following are techniques used in the Chinese art of feng shui EXCEPT
using sheer curtains that let in as much light as possible.
Jeff knows the midterm chemistry exam is going to be tough. He is trying to prepare for it by taking a practice test every night before he goes out with his buddies. Jeff is
using the technique of stress inoculation.
Which of the following forms of stress management also improves strength and flexibility?
yoga
Among the following, the group most likely to struggle with stress are
young adult females
All of the following are likely to influence your response to stressors EXCEPT
your friend's level of stress
Mariah is behind on her coursework because of training for the upcoming tryouts for the swim team. On top of that, she broke up with her boyfriend last week. Monica, her twin sister, does not participate on a sports team and has plenty of time to get her homework done before her boyfriend visits most evenings. Compared to Monica, Mariah is likely to experience
more upper respiratory illness
The strategy of reframing appraisals of stressors more positively and working toward future goals is known as
shift and persist
Julia is extremely upset to discover a suggestive e-mail her boyfriend has sent to another woman. Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation?
alarm
Tessa is dreading her chemistry final. When she finds herself thinking that she's going to fail the exam, she tells herself, "No, I might not ace it, but I've been studying and I'm definitely going to pass." Tessa is engaging in a process referred to as
cognitive restructuring.
As part of the stress response, the hormone that makes stored nutrients available for energy is
cortisol
Peter recently ended a relationship when he found out his partner was cheating on him. This probably caused
distress
To replenish vital energy stores, which of the following would be particularly helpful?
getting more sleep and "down time"
Jake is an excellent student and seems pretty resilient. He is passionate about becoming a pediatrician someday, and perseveres despite a high stress level due to his heavy course load and tight finances. Which of the following traits does Jake demonstrate?
grit
Your roommate just ate the last of your trail mix without asking. Which type of stressor is this?
hassle
When acute stress bombards your brain with stress chemicals,
your memory may be impaired
Which of the following is a useful strategy to prevent explosive anger?
Develop realistic expectations of yourself and others.
Rudy lives behind a train depot. The train runs from 5AM until midnight, and causes significant noise and pollution. Rudy gets quite a few upper respiratory infections, which are likely due to
background distressors
The part of the brain involved in controlling the body's overall reaction to stress is the
hypothalamus
To manage stress, the first step is to
identify and assess the stressors in your life.
Eleanor comes from a low-income family and struggles to pay for her tuition, room, board, and school supplies. The other students in her major all seem to have no trouble purchasing everything they need, as well as new clothes, meals off campus, concert tickets, and the latest technology. Lately, Eleanor has been struggling with feelings of inferiority, low self-esteem, and doubt that may be due in part to
relative deprivation.
After Julia discovers a suggestive e-mail her boyfriend sent to another woman, she considers how to confront him about it. Which stage of the general adaptation syndrome applies to this situation?
resistance