Nicotine Triggers A(n)________ in Blood Pressure and A(n)________ in Pain

question 79

Multiple Choice

Nicotine triggers a(n) ________ in blood pressure and a(n) ________ in pain sensitivity.

• A) increase;decrease
• B) increase;increase
• C) decrease;decrease
• D) decrease;increase

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Definitions:

Defense Mechanism

Unconscious psychological strategies used to cope with reality and maintain self-image.

Rationalization

An ego defense mechanism in which one creates acceptable reasons for unwanted or undesirable behavior.

Intellectualization

A defense mechanism in which reasoning is used to block confrontation with an unconscious conflict and its associated emotional stress.

Pleasure Principle

The pursuit of gratification that characterizes id functioning.