A Client Has Been Taught Relaxation Exercises Before Beginning a Painful

question 24

Multiple Choice

A client has been taught relaxation exercises before beginning a painful procedure. What chemicals are believed to be released in the body during relaxation to relieve pain?

• A) Narcotics
• B) Sedatives
• C) A-delta fibers
• D) Endorphins

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Definitions:

Sympathetic Systems

A part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for the body's 'fight or flight' response to stressful situations.

Parasympathetic Systems

A branch of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and reducing the heart rate.

Opposing

Diametrically differing or conflicting with another position, direction, or idea.

Primary Motor Cortex

Region of frontal lobe that controls voluntary movement.