Professor Kat describes why musicians might avoid playing sad music in hospitals because patients are at a vulnerable moment in their lives. Which of the following statements aligns most with her explanation?Group of answer choicesIt can be reassuring to listen to sad music.It depends which professional is providing sad music.It is important to avoid all emotional triggers.It is helpful to express difficult emotions when hospitalised.

Musical SurgeryWhenever we see an operating room on TV, it is usually full of scary sounds—like beeping monitors, tinkling surgical tools, and mumbling doctors. Well, a recent study by Swedish researchers might change all that. They found that patients who hear relaxing music while under anesthesia have less pain and discomfort after surgery.In their study, Ulrica Nilsson (Orebro Medical Center Hospital in Sweden) and her colleagues report that patients who listened to relaxing music and sounds of ocean waves while undergoing surgery experienced less pain, needed less pain medication, and were able to sit up sooner after their operation than patients who did not listen to music. They were also less likely to feel tired when they went home from the hospital.Apparently, the brains of patients under anesthesia remain more aware of what happens during surgery than previously thought. Patients may overhear the remarks of doctors and nurses, which could lead to anxiety and dissatisfaction after surgery. (Hey, where did that scalpel go?) The findings need to be confirmed in additional studies, but in the meantime, the word for operating room doctors and nurses is…Hush!Which of the following statements best describes how this study will change the world of hospitals and medicine?aMusic and relaxing sounds will be used during surgery. bHospital staff will speak only positive words around patients.cNothing will likely change until more studies confirm the positive effects of music. dPatients in Sweden will recover from surgery faster than those in the rest of the world.

Which of the statements below best summarises the link between Positive Psychology and Music and Health as presented in the video on musical flourishing?Group of answer choices The wellbeing and happiness orientation of positive psychology offers a strengths-based way to conceptualise the role of musicking to promote mental health. The frame of positive psychology can help us to understand whether people’s chosen engagement in music will promote happiness or unhappiness in their lives Music is most helpful in supporting an engaged life, because the concept of flow is closely linked to musical experiences by both musicians and non-musicians. People who are living a good life, an engaged life and a meaningful life are very likely to be musically engaged as there is a clear link between authentic happiness and music.

Music is a great way to let the world know how you feel. Playing or singing a happy song can tell people that you are feeling fine. Sometimes playing a sad song can even help you feel better. People everywhere love to play and listen to music. Music can make the whole world a better place!Which of these BEST describes the author’s purpose for writing this paragraph?ResponsesA to show how music is helpfulto show how music is helpfulB to tell about her favorite songto tell about her favorite songC to teach readers how to play musicto teach readers how to play musicD to help readers write their own songs

According to Dr Lucy’s video on music in end of life care, why does music have unique potential as a focus for life review?Group of answer choicesBecause it can connect us to the people and places that we love, regardless of physical limitations or distance.Because it has universal, shared meanings that can allow people to process the meaning of different periods in their lives.Because it is a flexible resource that people can engage with to different degrees and in different ways.Because it can support pain management and allow for structured reminiscence simultaneously, offering combined physiological and psychological benefit .

Ari has recently been admitted to an acute inpatient setting for support with their mental health. They decide to attend the music therapy group which employs a resource- oriented approach. Based on the information presented by Dr Lucy, what might Ari expect to experience in the music therapy group?Group of answer choicesThe music therapist might start the group with a discussion about the group aims and potential music therapy methods that could be trialled. The music therapist will work through a pre-programmed playlist, designed to reduce anxiety and depression. Active music therapy methods (including instrumental improvisation) will be utilised to offer a non-verbal medium for expressing negative emotions. The group will focus on music guided relaxation to offer a distraction from invasive thoughts.