Question 1

Beth has enrolled in the most difficult course of her college career.Her friend wants to drop the class,but Beth views it as an opportunity for growth.Beth has the trait of hardiness.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 2

The parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system

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A)  is responsible for mobilizing energy sources for use in a crisis.
B)  activates the endocrine system.
C)  is in control when one is frightened or angry.
D)  aids in digestion and promoting growth.E) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 3

Consider your living environment (school,work,or home).List three environmental factors that could increase your stress levels.How can you make each factor less stressful?

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1) Noise pollution: Excessive noise in t...

Question 4

The branch of the autonomic nervous system that slows down the body as it recovers from exposure to a stressor is the _______________ nervous system.

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A)  central
B)  somatic
C)  parasympathetic
D)  sympatheticE) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 5

The autonomic nervous system directly 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)  level of your blood pressure.E) A) and D)
F) A) and B)

Question 6

Which of the following influences the way in which an individual responds to stress?

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A)  cultural background
B)  past experiences
C)  personality type
D)  all of theseE) B) and D)
F) B) and C)

Question 7

All of the following are recommended time-management strategies EXCEPT

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A)  setting priorities.
B)  breaking down long-term goals into short-term ones.
C)  avoiding unstructured time.
D)  keeping track of tasks you put off.E) A) and C)
F) All of the above

Question 8

There is no link between cardiovascular disease and stress.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 9

Explain how overcommitment,procrastination,and boredom negatively impact time management.Identify and explain at least two strategies for dealing with each of these issues and managing time more effectively.

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Overcommitment, procrastination, and bor...

Question 10

The long-term wear and tear of the stress response has been termed

Accepted Answer

A)  persistent eustress.
B)  persistent distress.
C)  maintenance of homeostasis.
D)  the allostatic loaD.E) B) and C)
F) B) and D)

Question 11

All of the following are TRUE regarding the fight-or-flight reaction EXCEPT that

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A)  it is particularly well suited to coping with modern life.
B)  it enables us to quickly escape from possible injury.
C)  it prepares our bodies to engage in a physical battle.
D)  it enables our bodies to perceive danger more quickly.E) None of the above
F) A) and D)

Question 12

If you are still emotionally distressed weeks after a tragic event,the most helpful strategy would be to

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A)  seek out media coverage of similar events.
B)  stop sharing your feelings with others.
C)  consider seeking professional help.
D)  take a long walk to reduce your anxiety.E) All of the above
F) A) and C) C

Question 13

The general adaptation syndrome is believed to be a universal and predictable response pattern to all stressors.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  True

Question 14

Homeostasis is the

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

Question 15

Which one of the following character traits is most closely associated with elevated risk of cardiovascular disease?

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A)  hostility
B)  excitability
C)  lack of purpose
D)  procrastinationE) A) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 16

In terms of time-management strategies,which one of the following is NOT considered helpful for improving efficiency at completing tasks?

Accepted Answer

A)  aiming for realistic goals
B)  writing down the goals
C)  memorizing the goals
D)  allowing extra time to achieve goalsE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Women and men experience stress differently.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 18

Which one of the following statements regarding visualization is FALSE?

Accepted Answer

A)  Visualizing accomplishing a task can help improve performance.
B)  Imagery can be an aid in changing habits.
C)  Imagery can enhance physical performance.
D)  Imagery is a cognitive technique designed to change thinking patterns.E) C) and D)
F) B) and D)

Question 19

Daily hassles such as misplacing your car keys are often greater sources of stress than major life changes.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 20

Which one of the following is a cognitive technique for stress management?

Accepted Answer

A)  progressive relaxation
B)  yoga
C)  meditation
D)  thinking constructivelyE) A) and D)
F) C) and D)

Exam 2: Stress: The Constant Challenge

Beth has enrolled in the most difficult course of her college career.Her friend wants to drop the class,but Beth views it as an opportunity for growth.Beth has the trait of hardiness.

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The parasympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system

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Consider your living environment (school,work,or home).List three environmental factors that could increase your stress levels.How can you make each factor less stressful?

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The branch of the autonomic nervous system that slows down the body as it recovers from exposure to a stressor is the _______________ nervous system.

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The autonomic nervous system directly controls all the following EXCEPT the

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Which of the following influences the way in which an individual responds to stress?

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All of the following are recommended time-management strategies EXCEPT

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There is no link between cardiovascular disease and stress.

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Explain how overcommitment,procrastination,and boredom negatively impact time management.Identify and explain at least two strategies for dealing with each of these issues and managing time more effectively.

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The long-term wear and tear of the stress response has been termed

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All of the following are TRUE regarding the fight-or-flight reaction EXCEPT that

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If you are still emotionally distressed weeks after a tragic event,the most helpful strategy would be to

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The general adaptation syndrome is believed to be a universal and predictable response pattern to all stressors.

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Homeostasis is the

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Which one of the following character traits is most closely associated with elevated risk of cardiovascular disease?

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In terms of time-management strategies,which one of the following is NOT considered helpful for improving efficiency at completing tasks?

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Women and men experience stress differently.

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Which one of the following statements regarding visualization is FALSE?

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Daily hassles such as misplacing your car keys are often greater sources of stress than major life changes.

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