Mental Health in Physical Therapy

Question 1

Mindfulness and acceptance-based interventions are effective in pain management by

Accepted Answer

Altering a patient's relationship with pain

Question 2

The core of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) centers around

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Psychological flexibility

Question 3

Physical therapists have many interventions that support mental health and well-being.

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True

Question 4

Which of the following describes the foundation of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)?

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Thoughts and beliefs underlie distress

Question 5

When using breathing for relaxation, effects can be maximized by

Accepted Answer

Prolonging the exhalation time period

Question 6

A primary OUTCOME of using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) for patients with chronic pain is to

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Develop positive coping mechanisms

Question 7

Which coping strategy would you most likely recommend to a patient with chronic pain?

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Calming self-statements (ie. "I am resilient"), Journaling/expressive writing, Distraction techniques (ie. music, coloring, etc.), Active approaches (ie. exercise, nature, etc)

Question 8

Psychologically-informed PT practice begins with

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Building a therapeutic alliance

Question 9

When using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) for chronic pain, behavior change should focus around the patient's

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Valued activities

Question 10

Guided imagery for relaxation is most effective when

Accepted Answer

Involving all of the five senses

Mental Health in Physical Therapy

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Mental Health in Physical Therapy

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