What Type of Shock Is Characterized by a Hypersensitive Reaction

question 32

Multiple Choice

What type of shock is characterized by a hypersensitive reaction causing massive vasodilation and capillary leaks that may occur with a drug or latex allergy?

• A) Neurogenic shock
• B) Cardiogenic shock
• C) Hypovolemic shock
• D) Anaphylactic shock

Understand the relationship between stress, personality, and health.

Identify and explain the effects of psychological factors on the immune system.

Recognize the importance of workload balance and its effects on health.

Understand the correlation between daily hassles and short-term illnesses.

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Definitions:

Punishment

A consequence delivered to an individual or animal in response to an undesirable behavior, with the intention of decreasing or eliminating that behavior.

Behaviors Strengthened

The process of increasing the frequency or intensity of a behavior through positive reinforcement, rewards, or other conditioning methods.

Electroconvulsive Therapy

A mental health therapy where electric shocks are used to provoke seizures in individuals, aiming to alleviate psychological conditions.

Schizophrenia

A mental health disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.