Any Environmental Demand That Creates a State of Tension or Threat

question 37

Multiple Choice

Any environmental demand that creates a state of tension or threat and requires change or adaptation is called ________.

• A) pressure
• B) adjustment
• C) a stressor
• D) arousal

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Definitions:

Electrical Impulses

Rapid, transient waves of electrical charge that travel across the nervous system or other tissues, enabling communication, movement, or other physiological functions.

Instrument

A tool or device designed for a specific purpose, especially one used for precision work or scientific measurements.

Lungs

Organs in the chest that are essential for breathing, exchanging oxygen and carbon dioxide between the blood and the air.

Pen-like Instrument

A tool designed to resemble a pen, often used for writing, marking, or specialized purposes like medical examinations.