In Which of the Following Situations Would the Stress Response

question 8

Multiple Choice

In which of the following situations would the stress response be used to prevent blood pressure from dropping too low?

• A)increasing anger during an argument
• B)writing a final examination
• C)fear about a medical diagnosis
• D)internal hemorrhage from injuries in a car accident

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Definitions:

Cardiac Cycle

The sequence of events in the heart during one heartbeat, including contraction and relaxation phases that circulate blood throughout the body.

Electrocardiogram

A test that measures the electrical activity of the heart to check for heart disease.

Waves

Oscillations or movements that transfer energy from one place to another, found in physical and electromagnetic contexts.

Electrocardiography Device

A medical device used to record the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time, commonly known as an ECG or EKG machine.