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MedicineHealth SciencesGoulds PathophysiologyPractice Set 10Stress And Associated Problems
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Question 1
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Hans Selye defined his general adaptation syndrome concept, which is also known as:
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fight or flight.
compensate or compromise.
restrain or release.
avoid and flee.
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Question 2
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In which of the following situations would the stress response be used to prevent blood pressure from dropping too low?
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Increasing anger during an argument
Writing a final examination
Fear about a medical diagnosis
Internal hemorrhage from injuries in a car accident
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Question 3
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During the stress response, endorphins act as:
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pain blockers.
cerebral function depressors.
stimulators of increased secretion of aldosterone and insulin.
an enhancer of the immune response.
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Question 4
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Severe, prolonged stress may cause acute renal failure or stress ulcers to develop as a result of:
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a deficit of glucose and oxygen in the body.
the development of decompensated acidosis.
prolonged vasoconstriction and ischemia.
the supply of hormones having been exhausted.
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Question 5
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Selye defined three stages in the stress response. The third stage is designated as the:
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alarm stage.
resistance stage.
stage of exhaustion.
maladaptive stage.
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Question 6
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Possible complications caused by prolonged, severe stress include all of the following EXCEPT:
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hypertension.
tension headache.
diabetes mellitus.
blindness.
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Question 7
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A serious consequence of a major disaster, first recognized in war veterans is:
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stress ulcers.
delayed tissue healing.
posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
cancer.
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Question 8
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Which of the following may alter a person's perception of a stressor?
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The presence of several stressors at the same time
Past experiences
Lack of effective coping mechanisms
A, B, and C
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