A Serious Consequence of a Major Disaster, First Recognized in War

question 8

Multiple Choice

A serious consequence of a major disaster, first recognized in war veterans is:

• A) stress ulcers.
• B) delayed tissue healing.
• C) posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
• D) cancer.

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Definitions:

Ejaculation

The process of expelling semen from the penis during sexual climax, facilitated by muscle contractions.

Acrosome

A cap-like structure over the anterior portion of a sperm's head, containing enzymes that help the sperm penetrate the egg.

Fertilization Process

The union of male and female gametes to form a zygote, initiating the development of a new organism.

Enzymes

Proteins that catalyze, or speed up, chemical reactions within living organisms without being consumed in the process.