Core Concepts in Health Brief, 9/e

Paul M. Insel, Stanford University, School of Medicine
Walton T. Roth, Stanford University, School of Medicine

Stress: The Constant Challenge

Multiple Choice Quiz

Please answer all questions


1	The division of our nervous system that triggers the stress response is the __________ division.
		A)	autonomic
		B)	parasympathetic
		C)	sympathetic
		D)	somatic


2	The fight-or-flight reaction produces:
		A)	bronchial constriction.
		B)	blood sugar reduction.
		C)	increased digestion.
		D)	increased blood cell production.


3	Which of the following is a brain chemical that helps to relieve pain?
		A)	cortisol
		B)	epinephrine
		C)	norepinephrine
		D)	endorphin


4	Our behavioral responses to stressors are managed by our:
		A)	autonomic nervous system.
		B)	parasympathetic nervous system.
		C)	sympathetic nervous system.
		D)	somatic nervous system.


5	Which of the following characteristics is most closely associated with the Type A personality?
		A)	tolerance
		B)	cynicism
		C)	sense of inner purpose
		D)	optimism


6	Eustress might be triggered by:
		A)	getting a bad grade.
		B)	winning the lottery.
		C)	being physically attacked.
		D)	experiencing homeostasis.


7	Which of the following is one of the stages of the general adaptation syndrome?
		A)	alarm
		B)	ambivalence
		C)	anger
		D)	anxiety


8	All of the following are effective techniques for managing stress EXCEPT:
		A)	exercising regularly.
		B)	meditating.
		C)	drinking caffeine.
		D)	prioritizing tasks.


9	All of the following are strategies for overcoming insomnia EXCEPT:
		A)	keeping to a regular schedule.
		B)	avoiding alcohol before bedtime.
		C)	exercising just before bedtime.
		D)	having a snack just before bedtime.


10	Another term for imagery is:
		A)	progressive relaxation.
		B)	visualization.
		C)	meditation.
		D)	biofeedback.

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