A nursing instructor has just completed a lecture on how anxiety can disrupt even the most prepared test takers. Later that day a student approaches the instructor and says that she now understands how to reduce her anxiety
Which strategy by the student would indicate that further study is required? a. guided imagery c. relaxation exercises
b. breathing exercises d. fasting
D
While fasting may provide a temporary relief of anxiety due to its association with meditation, the
body needs good nutrition when exerting the amount of energy and concentration required for test
taking. Visualization and relaxation techniques can be used to help reduce test anxiety related to the
NCLEX-RN examination. Some of these are guided imagery, breathing exercises, and relaxation
exercises.
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