Which of the Following Is an Example of Cognitive Distraction

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is an example of cognitive distraction?

• A) While rescuing an unconscious victim from a burning building,a seriously injured firefighter was able to ignore her own pain.
• B) By mentally rehearsing a difficult medical treatment,a patient is able to keep his emotions under control.
• C) By ignoring a chronic pain sufferer's excessive complaining,dependence,and request for painkillers,the staff at a pain clinic aim to increase more positive ways of coping.
• D) A chronic pain patient wears a battery-powered device that emits an audible tone whenever his muscle tension increases.

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Definitions:

Assimilate Emotion

The process of absorbing and incorporating emotions in a way that aligns with one's current state or environment.

Regulate Emotion

The process of identifying, managing, and responding to one's emotions in a healthy and productive way.

Four Dimensions

Refers to a theoretical framework that categorizes something into four distinct aspects or categories for analysis or understanding.

Emotional Intelligence

The faculty to grasp, steer, and demonstrate one's emotional experiences, along with the capacity to handle personal interactions judiciously and with understanding.