Which Changes Reflect the Short-Term Physiological Response to Stress? Select

question 18

Multiple Choice

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

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

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