Stress & fatigue Flashcards
What is the definition of stress ?
“A nonspecific response of the body to any demand”
“It can also be thought of as the rate of wear and tear on the body”
What does a “stressor” mean ?
A stimulus that causes stress
An event that requires an individual to adjust or adapt
Name the types of stressors that avitation crewmembers typically encounter
Psychosocial
Environmental
Physiological
Cognitive
Name the self-imposed physiological stressors
Drugs
Exhaustion
Alcohol
Tobacco
Hypoglecemia (diet)
Name the four C’s which decreases your vulnerability for combat stress
Competence
Confidence
Cohesion
Control
What’s the definition of fatigue ?
The state of feeling tired, weary or slepy that results from periods of anxiety, exposure to harsh environment or loss of sleep
What’s the 3 types of fatigue ?
Acute fatigue, Chronic fatigue, motivational fatigue
What is sleep inertia ?
Short-term grogginess right after awaking
What is Circadian desynchoronosis ?
Distruped sleep cycle
How does stress impact attention?
Tunneling, and rask shedding as it relates to attention
In What ways does stress effect memory?
Over-simplification, speed/accuracy tradeoff, and stress-related regression related to memory
What influences does stress have on communication
Change in speed productions, decrease in comprehension
What are some adaptive ways to manage or mitigate stress?
Mitigating/avoiding stress, changing thinking, learning to relax, and ventilating stress
TRUE/FALSE
Can you have mental health treatment and still fly?
Yes
What is the best anti-fatigue measure?
Sleep
