As a complementary modality, massage is primarily useful to ...

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As a complementary modality, massage is primarily useful to facilitate relaxation and to stimulate:
 
  a. breathing
  b. circulation
  c. growth
  d. libido

Question 2

According to the DSM-IV-TR, anxiety is considered excessive when it:
 
  a. occurs more than once a day
  b. is present more days than not for a period of 6 months or more
  c. causes the person to change his or her plans one or more times per week
  d. results in a person staying at home

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Answer to Question 1

B
Massage is stimulation of the skin and underlying tissues for the purpose of increasing circulation and inducing a relaxation response. Massage and the use of touch have long been a part of nursing practice. Massage techniques include the back, a very traditional part of care, and is frequently given to clients on bedrest, confined to wheelchairs, and before the hours of sleep.

Answer to Question 2

B
According to the DSM-IV-TR, anxiety is considered excessive when it is present more days than not for a period of 6 months or more. Anxiety over this long period of time will begin to interfere with the individuals ability to function appropriately.