The final process in the activation of the HPA axis is
a. secretion of CRF by the hypothalamus
b. stimulation of the pituitary gland by CRF.
c. activation of the adrenal gland by the pituitary gland.
d. secretion of cortisol by the adrenal gland.
d
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Practitioners of Traditional Chinese Medicine determined that there are as many:
a. as 2000 acupuncture points on the human body b. 100 acupuncture points on the human body c. as 250 meridians d. acupuncture points as there are meridians.
Which of the following sleep disturbances is characterized by a sudden, irresistible urge to sleep, which lasts a few minutes to half an hour with victims falling asleep while standing, talking, or even driving?
a. narcolepsy b. hypersomnia c. sleep apnea d. somnambulism
Kohut calls the ability to put yourself in another's place and understand his or her needs:
a. cooperation b. love c. empathy d. goodness
Dr. Khan has been on call at St. Joseph's emergency room for the past thirty-six hours, and because of a schedule mix-up still has another eight to go
What area in Dr. Khan's brain will likely have increased activity levels in compensation for his sleep-deprived state? a) parietal lobe b) temporal lobe c) occipital lobe d) caudate nucleus