What Does the Nurse Understand Must Occur in Order to Produce

question 1

Multiple Choice

What does the nurse understand must occur in order to produce withdrawal syndrome?

• A) Intoxication
• B) Craving
• C) Drug tolerance
• D) Physical dependence

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS)

A three-stage response pattern to stress described by Hans Selye, consisting of alarm, resistance, and exhaustion stages.

Arousal Stage

A phase in psychological and physiological response that involves increased alertness, energy, and readiness for action.

General Adaptation Syndrome

A model describing the body's short-term and long-term reactions to stress, consisting of three stages: alarm, resistance, and exhaustion.

Adrenal Glands

A pair of endocrine glands that release hormones that prepare the body for emergencies and stressful situations and also release corticoids and small amounts of the sex hormones.