Which Is a Description of Progressive Relaxation

question 66

Multiple Choice

Which is a description of progressive relaxation?

• A)a cognitive exercise
• B)a form of intellectual development
• C)an activity alternating muscle tension and relaxation
• D)a specialized form of cardiorespiratory endurance training

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Definitions:

Circulatory System

The body system responsible for the transport of blood, nutrients, gases, and wastes throughout the body.

Endocrine Glands

Glands of the endocrine system that secrete hormones directly into the bloodstream, rather than through ducts.

Hormones

Chemical messengers produced by the endocrine glands that are transported by the bloodstream to target organs to regulate physiology and behavior.

Diaphragm Muscle

The diaphragm muscle is a large, dome-shaped muscle located at the base of the lungs, playing a crucial role in the breathing process by contracting and relaxing to change the volume of the chest cavity.