Given Their Effects on the Nervous System, One Side Effect

question 29

Multiple Choice

Given their effects on the nervous system, one side effect of over-the-counter cold remedies is increased:

• A) digestive activity.
• B) salivation.
• C) heart rate.
• D) sinus flow.

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Definitions:

Coronary Heart Disease

A condition characterized by the narrowing of the coronary arteries due to the build-up of fatty deposits, leading to reduced blood flow to the heart.

Stress Reactions

The body's response to a demand or threat, involving physical, mental, or emotional changes and activities to deal with stress.

Stress Appraisals

The process by which individuals evaluate and cope with a stressful event or situation.

Stressors

External pressures or events that cause stress to an individual, potentially impacting their mental and physical health.