CommunicationQuestion 933 of 1700
What do you do in progressive relaxation for each muscle group?
- Stretch each muscle group for one minute
- Massage the muscle with firm pressure
- Clench tightly for a few seconds, then relax completely
- Hold the muscle still for ten minutes
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Correct answer: Clench tightly for a few seconds, then relax completely
You tighten each muscle group for a few seconds and then let it go, one area at a time.
Source: Nursing Assistant (Reuter), 1.3: Communication Within the Health Care Team
Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026