Larry was recently knocked unconscious when he struck his head on the ice during a figure skating routine. He used to be a world-class figure skater, but now he is having difficulty coordinating the motor skills involved in various jumps and spirals. It is likely that when he fell on the ice Larry damaged his:
a. reticular formation
b. amygdala
c. cerebellum
d. temporal lobe
C
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When stress or perceived threat triggers the HPA axis, the ____stimulates the ____to release hormones
a. hypothalamus; autonomic nervous system b. hypothalamus; pituitary gland c. autonomic nervous system; pituitary gland d. autonomic nervous system; limbic system
According to the text, Parvati can enhance her self-esteem by doing all but which of the following?
a. developing skills that allow her to achieve her goals b. developing abilities that help enhance her self-worth c. challenging her perfectionistic expectations d. learning to accept herself when she falls short of her ideals e. developing a strong need for social approval
Allison is afraid of having a panic attack in a public place; therefore, she has refused to leave her home for the last three years unless a family member accompanies her. Allison is housebound due to a panic disorder with
a. generalized anxiety. b. hypochondrias. c. post-traumatic stress. d. agoraphobia.
An emergency room staff has been alerted by an ambulance of the imminent arrival of a patient who nearly drowned at a nearby beach. The ER staff should expect that the patient will have inhaled a large amount of water, and consequently will need to treat the patient for the effects of highly: a. hypotonic extracellular fluid, including possible cell rupture
b. hypotonic extracellular fluid, including possible cell dehydration. c. hypertonic extracellular fluid, including possible cell dehydration. d. hypertonic intracellular fluid, including possible cell rupture.