Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 67%
Simulated
A nurse is teaching about physiological responses to stress with a group of clients. The nurse should identify that which of the following changes reflect long-term physiological responses to stress? (Select all that apply)
Correct answer
A,D,E,F
Rationale
The correct answers are A, D, E, and F.
A: Muscular tension, blood pressure, and triglycerides increase due to long-term stress.
D: Cortisol release increases gluconeogenesis (increasing blood sugar) and reduces fluid loss.
E: Prolonged stress weakens the immune system, increasing the risk of diseases like cancer.
F: Long-term stress elevates the risk of depression, autoimmune disorders, and heart disease.
These changes reflect chronic stress responses. Other options are more related to immediate or short-term stress responses. Epinephrine (B) and corticosteroid release (C) are typically involved in acute stress responses.
A: Muscular tension, blood pressure, and triglycerides increase due to long-term stress.
D: Cortisol release increases gluconeogenesis (increasing blood sugar) and reduces fluid loss.
E: Prolonged stress weakens the immune system, increasing the risk of diseases like cancer.
F: Long-term stress elevates the risk of depression, autoimmune disorders, and heart disease.
These changes reflect chronic stress responses. Other options are more related to immediate or short-term stress responses. Epinephrine (B) and corticosteroid release (C) are typically involved in acute stress responses.