Which of the Following Needs of the Surgical Patient Is

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following needs of the surgical patient is related to anatomy and physiology, genetics, and pathology?

• A) physical
• B) psychological
• C) social
• D) spiritual

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Definitions:

General Adaptation Syndrome

A three-stage theory proposed by Hans Selye describing the physiological changes the body goes through in response to long-term stress.

Stages

Stages refer to distinct phases or periods in a process of development or series of events, often implying a sequence of changes.

Parasympathetic Nervous System

Part of the autonomic nervous system responsible for conserving energy and slowing down the body's responses, often termed the "rest and digest" system.

Physiological Reaction

A bodily response to an external stimulus, involving changes in tissue function, organ function, or biochemical levels.