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A patient with chronic gastritis is experiencing "tingling" in his hands. The nurse realizes that this patient might be demonstrating signs of which of the following?
Cortisol Production
The process of producing cortisol, a steroid hormone released in response to stress and low blood-glucose concentration.
Angry or Depressed
A state or condition marked by feelings of annoyance or displeasure, or a mood disorder causing persistent feelings of sadness and loss of interest.
Tend-and-Befriend Response
A behavior pattern where individuals provide care and protection under stressful situations, enhancing group safety and reducing vulnerability.
Fight-or-Flight Response
A physiological reaction to a perceived harmful event, attack, or threat to survival, preparing the body for rapid action.
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