Describe the body's physiological changes to the fight-or-flight stress response
What will be an ideal response?
Answer: Stress hormones are released (cortisol, adrenaline) that increase heart rate and blood pressure. The pupils of the eye dilate. Digestion slows as blood diverts to the muscles. The clotting factor in the blood increases. The liver releases glucose, which will be used for energy.
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Indicate whether this statement is true or false.
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a. CMV b. chicken pox c. mumps d. all of the above
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A) Regulate body temperature. B) Protect the body from assault by pathogens. C) Maintain posture. D) Provide force for physical movement.
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a. True b. False