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Stage Theories of Health Behavior Questions
Question 1 of 5
A person with a fear of heights drives across a high bridge. Which structure will stimulate a response from the autonomic nervous system?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The individual will find this experience stressful. The hypothalamus functions as the command-and-control center when receiving stressful signals. The hypothalamus responds to signals of stress by engaging the autonomic nervous system. The parietal lobe is responsible for interpretation of other sensations. The thalamus processes messages associated with pain and wakefulness. The pituitary gland may be involved in other aspects of the persons response but would not stimulate the autonomic nervous system.
Question 2 of 5
A group is in the working phase. One member says, That is the stupidest thing Ive ever heard. Everyone whines and tells everyone else what to do. This group is a total waste of my time. Which comment by the group leader would be most therapeutic?
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: The members comments demean the group and its members and suggest that the member is very angry. Labeling the emotion and conveying empathy would be therapeutic. Focusing on members who are likely to be more positive can balance the influence of demoralizing members. You seem to know a lot conveys hostility from the leader, who confronts and challenges the member to explain how he came to be readmitted if he was so knowledgeable, implying that he is less knowledgeable than he claims. This comment suggests countertransference and is non-therapeutic. Shifting away from the complaining member to see if others agree seeks to have others express disagreement with this member, but that might not happen. In the face of his anger, they might be quiet or afraid to oppose him, or they could respond in kind by expressing hostility themselves. A rule that only positive exchanges are permitted would suppress conflict, reducing the effectiveness of the therapy group.
Question 3 of 5
Pete has recently been admitted to the hospital and is being treated for bipolar disorder. When you go to check in on him, he tells you that he is feeling very drowsy and has been vomiting. He is also running a fever. You suspect that Pete's problem is caused by:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 4 of 5
Linda says that she feels confused and anxious. In addition, Linda feels unorganized and states, 'It is as not bad as it seems.' What phase of crisis is Linda experiencing?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.
Question 5 of 5
The desired outcome from humor therapy is:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Failed to generate a rationale of 500+ characters after 5 retries.