The Results of Irving Janis's Classic Research (1958) Evaluating Presurgical

question 38

Multiple Choice

The results of Irving Janis's classic research (1958) evaluating presurgical control-enhancing interventions utilized with stressful medical procedures suggests that patient coping is facilitated by

• A) cognitive-behavioural interventions.
• B) mood enhancing drugs.
• C) relaxation training.
• D) information about the procedure.
• E) hypnosis

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Definitions:

Dendrite

A branched projection of a neuron that receives signals from other neurons.

Glial Cell

Non-neuronal cells in the central nervous system and peripheral nervous system that support and maintain neurons.

Organ System

A group of organs in a living organism that work together to perform a specific function or set of functions.

Nervous System

A complex network of nerve cells and fibers that transmits nerve impulses between parts of the body, facilitating response to stimuli.