10 Questions
What is one way to manage chronic pain according to the text?
Virtual reality distraction
Which technique involves patients conjuring up a picture in their mind during a painful experience?
Guided imagery
What is one limitation of distraction as a pain management strategy, as mentioned in the text?
Patients cannot distract themselves indefinitely
Which coping technique has been linked to decreased depression and positive self-perceptions?
Cognitive techniques
What is the primary goal of cognitive techniques in managing chronic pain?
Promoting self-efficacy
Which combination was cited as among the most effective interventions for reducing pain?
Cognitive-behavioural interventions and hypnosis
Which technique aims to change overwhelming perceptions of pain into manageable ones?
Cognitive techniques
In what way does guided imagery enhance control over pain?
By enhancing relaxation
What characteristic is linked to maladaptive responses to pain?
Depression
What can help break up maladaptive cognitions that result from responses to pain?
Monitoring thoughts, feelings, and behaviors
Explore the importance of pain that goes beyond mere disruption, its role in managing daily activities, and how it is critical for survival by providing feedback on body functioning. Understand the medical consequences, treatment implications, and the impact of anxiety and depression on pain experience.
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