Chapter 26 Stress and Associated Problems

Chapter 26  Stress and Associated Problems

Complete Chapter Questions And Answers
 

Sample Questions

MULTIPLE CHOICE

1. Hans Selye defined his general adaptation syndrome concept, which is also known as:
a.
fight or flight.
b.
compensate or compromise.
c.
restrain or release.
d.
avoid and flee.

ANS: A REF: 618

2. Improved function of the heart and brain during a stress response results from:
1. glycogenesis.
2. bronchodilation.
3. vasoconstriction in the skin and viscera.
4. decreased metabolic rate.
a.
1, 2
b.
2, 3
c.
2, 4
d.
3, 4

ANS: B REF: 619

3. In which of the following situations would the stress response be used to prevent blood pressure from dropping too low?
a.
Increasing anger during an argument
b.
Writing a final examination
c.
Fear about a medical diagnosis
d.
Internal hemorrhage from injuries in a car accident

ANS: D REF: 619

4. During the stress response, endorphins act as:
a.
pain blockers.
b.
cerebral function depressors.
c.
stimulators of increased secretion of aldosterone and insulin.
d.
an enhancer of the immune response.

ANS: A REF: 619

5. Severe, prolonged stress may cause acute renal failure or stress ulcers to develop as a result of:
a.
a deficit of glucose and oxygen in the body.
b.
the development of decompensated acidosis.
c.
prolonged vasoconstriction and ischemia.
d.
the supply of hormones having been exhausted.

ANS: C REF: 621