Asked by Pearl Prathika on May 26, 2024
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Which changes reflect short-term physiological responses to stress? (Select all that apply.)
A) Muscular tension, blood pressure, and triglycerides increase.
B) Epinephrine is released, increasing heart and respiratory rates.
C) Corticosteroid release increases stamina and impedes digestion.
D) Cortisol is released, increasing glucogenesis and reducing fluid loss.
E) Immune system functioning decreases, and risk of cancer increases.
F) Risk of depression, autoimmune disorders, and heart disease increases.
Epinephrine
A hormone and medication, also known as adrenaline, used to treat severe allergic reactions and cardiac arrest by increasing blood flow and relaxing airways.
Cortisol
A steroid hormone produced by the adrenal gland that regulates a wide range of processes throughout the body, including metabolism and the immune response.
- Understand the mechanisms of stress responses in the body and how to manage them effectively.
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Amanda DomianMay 31, 2024
Final Answer :
A, B, C, D
Explanation :
The correct answers are all short-term physiological responses to stress. Increased risk of immune system dysfunction, cancer, cardiovascular disease, depression, and autoimmune disease are all long-term (chronic) effects of stress.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the mechanisms of stress responses in the body and how to manage them effectively.