The Hormone That Dominates During the Alarm Phase of the General

question 16

Multiple Choice

The hormone that dominates during the alarm phase of the general adaptation syndrome (GAS) is

• A) testosterone.
• B) aldosterone.
• C) cortisol.
• D) thyroid hormone.
• E) epinephrine.

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Definitions:

Second-Generation

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Antipsychotics

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Extrapyramidal Side Effects

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Weight Gain

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