Stress May Weaken the Immune System in Part by

question 116

Multiple Choice

Stress may weaken the immune system in part by

• A) allowing production of lymphocytes in the bloodstream.
• B) shrinking adrenal glands, enlarging lymph nodes.
• C) increasing unhealthy behaviors.
• D) alternating periods of physical exertion and rest.

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Definitions:

Skin

The body's largest organ, constituting the outer covering that protects against external factors, regulates temperature, and allows sensory perception.

Kidneys

Bean-shaped organs responsible for filtering waste products from the blood and excreting them, along with water, as urine.

Lungs

Organs in the chest that are crucial for respiration, allowing for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the air and blood.

Acetazolamide

A medication used to treat glaucoma, epilepsy, altitude sickness, and as a diuretic to manage fluid retention.