Which Changes Reflect Short-Term Physiological Responses to Stress? Select All

question 14

Multiple Choice

Which changes reflect short-term physiological responses to stress? Select all that apply.

• A) Muscular tension, blood pressure, and triglycerides increase.
• B) Epinephrine is released, increasing heart and respiratory rates.
• C) Corticosteroid release increases stamina and impedes digestion.
• D) Cortisol is released, increasing glucogenesis and reducing fluid loss.
• E) Immune system functioning decreases, and risk of cancer increases.

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