Question 1

The philosophy of tai chi is based on which overriding principle?

Accepted Answer

A)  Wu-wei 
B)  Universal energy 
C)  Wholeness of yin and yang 
D)  The principle of balance 
A)  Wu-wei 
B)  Universal energy 
C)  Wholeness of yin and yang 
D)  The principle of balance C

Question 2

Edmund Jacobson, the creator of PMR, was a(n) __________ by profession.

Accepted Answer

A)  attorney 
B)  physician 
C)  alchemist 
D)  farmer 
E)  college professor 
A)  attorney 
B)  physician 
C)  alchemist 
D)  farmer 
E)  college professor B

Question 3

Once you have learned the sequence of steps in tai chi, it will take several months to master them.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 4

The philosophy of tai chi is based on:

Accepted Answer

A)  the Taoist concept of yin/yang. 
B)  the principle of Hatha yoga. 
C)  clinical biofeedback. 
D)  progressive muscular relaxation. 
A)  the Taoist concept of yin/yang. 
B)  the principle of Hatha yoga. 
C)  clinical biofeedback. 
D)  progressive muscular relaxation.

Question 5

"Chi" as in Tai Chi, can best be defined as:

Accepted Answer

A)  "supreme ultimate." 
B)  a life force of subtle energy. 
C)  an exercise to promote health and vitality. 
D)  a systematic approach to reduce muscle tension. 
A)  "supreme ultimate." 
B)  a life force of subtle energy. 
C)  an exercise to promote health and vitality. 
D)  a systematic approach to reduce muscle tension.

Question 6

According to the originator of PMR, the primary symptom of stress is:

Accepted Answer

A)  arthritis. 
B)  hypertension. 
C)  gastric disorders. 
D)  muscle tension. 
A)  arthritis. 
B)  hypertension. 
C)  gastric disorders. 
D)  muscle tension.

Question 7

Chi is a moving meditation that dates back to ancient China.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 8

Stress can block the flow of chi throughout the body.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Clinical biofeedback is regarded as one of the premier modalities of complementary medicine.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 10

As a relaxation technique, tai chi is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A)  harmony with chi. 
B)  going with the flow. 
C)  the ultimate defense. 
D)  a moving meditation. 
A)  harmony with chi. 
B)  going with the flow. 
C)  the ultimate defense. 
D)  a moving meditation.

Question 11

Please define the following terms or concepts in no more than two sentences and give an example to support each definition.
A. Clinical biofeedback
B. PMR
C. Tai chi

Accepted Answer

A. Clinical biofeedback is a therapeutic

Question 12

Which of the following is not always required to conduct biofeedback?

Accepted Answer

A)  A laptop computer 
B)  Transducers 
C)  A television monitor 
D)  Electrodes 
A)  A laptop computer 
B)  Transducers 
C)  A television monitor 
D)  Electrodes

Question 13

Tai chi is practiced primarily as a means of self-defense.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 14

PMR is not recommended for people suffering with the chronic pain of TMJD.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 15

PMR stands for:

Accepted Answer

A)  primary muscle rejuvenation. 
B)  periodic mental resuscitation. 
C)  progressive muscular relaxation. 
D)  pulmonary muscle rejuvenation. 
A)  primary muscle rejuvenation. 
B)  periodic mental resuscitation. 
C)  progressive muscular relaxation. 
D)  pulmonary muscle rejuvenation.

Question 16

Supreme ultimate is a symbolic representation of balance, power, and integrity.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Question 17

Research has shown that biofeedback has a positive effect on which of the following conditions?

Accepted Answer

A)  Hypertension 
B)  Migraine headaches 
C)  Raynaud's disease 
D)  Bruxism (TMJ
D)  
E)  All of these 
A)  Hypertension 
B)  Migraine headaches 
C)  Raynaud's disease 
D)  Bruxism (TMJ
D)  
E)  All of these

Question 18

Like nearly all relaxation techniques, PMR dates back to the ancient cultures of Asia.

Accepted Answer

A) True 
 B)False

Exam 25: Additional Relaxation Techniques

The philosophy of tai chi is based on which overriding principle?

Edmund Jacobson, the creator of PMR, was a(n) __________ by profession.

Once you have learned the sequence of steps in tai chi, it will take several months to master them.

The philosophy of tai chi is based on:

"Chi" as in Tai Chi, can best be defined as:

According to the originator of PMR, the primary symptom of stress is:

Chi is a moving meditation that dates back to ancient China.

Stress can block the flow of chi throughout the body.

Clinical biofeedback is regarded as one of the premier modalities of complementary medicine.

As a relaxation technique, tai chi is best described as:

Please define the following terms or concepts in no more than two sentences and give an example to support each definition. A. Clinical biofeedback B. PMR C. Tai chi

Which of the following is not always required to conduct biofeedback?

Tai chi is practiced primarily as a means of self-defense.

PMR is not recommended for people suffering with the chronic pain of TMJD.

PMR stands for:

Supreme ultimate is a symbolic representation of balance, power, and integrity.

Research has shown that biofeedback has a positive effect on which of the following conditions?

Like nearly all relaxation techniques, PMR dates back to the ancient cultures of Asia.

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The Mind: The Psychology of Stress

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Comic Relief: The Healing Power of Humor

Simple Assertiveness and Healthy Boundaries

Time and Money: Effective Resource Management

Expressive Art Therapy

Creative Problem Solving

Communication Skills in the Information Age

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The Art of Breathing

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The Power of Mental Imagery and Visualization

Soothing Sounds: Music to Relax by

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