An Elderly Person Becomes Confused and Takes an Overdose of a Medication

question 8

Multiple Choice

An elderly person becomes confused and takes an overdose of a medication designed to block both cholesterol uptake from the gastrointestinal (GI) tract and cholesterol synthesis by all cells.After 24 hours,the individual is severely hypocholesterolemic (i.e.,has very low levels of circulating cholesterol) .This individual would exhibit a transient lower level of which type of hormone?

• A)Catecholamines
• B)Protein hormones
• C)Steroid hormones
• D)Iodothyronines
• E)Peptide hormones

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Definitions:

Sexual Response Cycle

The sequence of physical and emotional changes that occur as a person becomes sexually aroused and participates in sexually stimulating activities, including phases of excitement, plateau, orgasm, and resolution.

Sexual Disorder

A type of mental disorder that is characterized by significant distress or impairment in sexual function, desire, or performance.

Refractory Period

A period immediately following the firing of a nerve fiber or muscle during which the nerve or muscle is incapable of responding to stimulation.

Physiological Arousal

The body's response to stimuli, which includes increased heart rate, sweating, and energy levels as part of the fight or flight response.