All of the following are psychological interventions employed to deal with chronic pain, except:Question 7Select one:a.Operant conditionedb.flooding and desensitizationc.Assertiveness trainingd.Relaxation methode.Cognitive strategies

Given the availability of various alternative pain-reducing methods, how would you approach health teaching to help alleviate your patient's discomfort if she is experiencing pain?

Which of the following factor may positively reinforce pain behavior, leading to increased pain perception.Question 7Answera.Attention and acknowledgment of pain behaviorb.Distraction techniquesc.Emotional support from loved onesd.Medication

Hypnosis has been shown to reduce pain, possibly through its effects on relaxation, anxiety reduction, and __________ diversion.Question 4Answera.emotionalb.cognitivec.attentionald.behavioral

Forgiveness can help reduce:*1 pointStress and anxietyPhysical painBoth a and bNeither a nor b

Please select the incorrect option. Pain is dysfunctional or problematic because it:Question 8Select one:a.causes suffering and depressionb.limits activity and consequent damage (recovery)c.inhibits recovery and impedes rehabilitationd.imposes financial costs on the individual and the community