A client is demonstrating a disorder involving the limbic system. Which physiological findings are associated with this disorder does the nurse anticipate upon assessment?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Rapid heart rate
2. High blood pressure
3. Peptic ulcer disease
4. Increased peristalsis
5. Slow respirations
Correct Answer: 1,2,3
Rationale 1: Through its connection with the hypothalamus, autonomic actions such as rapid heart rate are associated with intense emotional states.
Rationale 2: Through its connection with the hypothalamus, autonomic actions such as high blood pressure are associated with intense emotional states.
Rationale 3: Through its connection with the hypothalamus, autonomic actions such as peptic ulcers are associated with intense emotional states.
Rationale 4: Increased peristalsis is not associated with actions of the limbic system.
Rationale 5: Slow respirations are not associated with actions of the limbic system.
Global Rationale: Through its connection with the hypothalamus, autonomic actions such as rapid heart rate, high blood pressure, and peptic ulcers are associated with intense emotional states. Increased peristalsis and slow respirations are not associated with actions of the limbic system.
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