What is sound recommendation for managing stress among hospital patients?
a. Reduce stress, and therefore cortisol release, as much as possible
b. Introduce a mild amount of stress so that the HPA-axis can prime the immune system
c. Offer oxytocin inhalers to induce relaxation in patients
d. Allow people to attain their preferred level of stress (equal to what they would experience outside of the hospital)
Answer: A
Rationale: Recall that when the HPA axis is stimulated under stressful circumstances it releases glucocorticoids such as cortisol.
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What will be an ideal response?