Describe "episodic acute stress" and name two ways an individual may cause this kind of stress in their life

What will be an ideal response?


Answer: Episodic acute stress is used to describe some individuals' tendency to have a life of perpetual turmoil with frequent, minor emergencies, whether real or perceived. This may be self-induced due to over-commitment, poor organization and time management, and/or the tendency to perpetually worry and have a pessimistic attitude about the future (low emotional IQ).

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After you apply the pulse oximeter to a patient who complains of chest discomfort, she asks you what you are assessing. You would respond by telling her that the pulse oximeter:

A) Provides the most accurate evaluation of the true heart rate B) Is a tool used to see if the airway needs to be opened C) Provides information about the amount of oxygen circulating in the blood D) Can tell how much carbon dioxide she is exhaling with each breath

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Patients might be on a callback list because they are trying a new medication and the physician wants to monitor their condition

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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Which of the following could cause a decrease in glycogen stores in a neonate?

prematurity starvation hyperthermia breastfeedingA) 1 and 3 only B) 3 and 4 only C) 2 and 4 only D) 1 and 2 only

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