Chapter 26: Stress and Associated Problems

Gould's Pathophysiology for the Health Professions, 5th Edition by Karin C. VanMeter

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Chapter 26: Stress and Associated Problems

 

Complete Chapter Questions With Answers

 

Sample Questions Are Posted Below

 

MULTIPLE CHOICE

 

  1. Hans Selye defined his general adaptation syndrome concept, which is also known as:
a. fight or flight.
b. compensate or compromise.
c. restrain or release.
d. avoid and flee.

 

 

ANS:  A                    REF:   618

 

  1. Improved function of the heart and brain during a stress response results from:
  2. glycogenesis.
  3. bronchodilation.
  4. vasoconstriction in the skin and viscera.
  5. decreased metabolic rate.
a. 1, 2
b. 2, 3
c. 2, 4
d. 3, 4

 

 

ANS:  B                    REF:   619

 

  1. 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

 

 

ANS:  D                    REF:   619

 

  1. During the stress response, endorphins act as:
a. pain blockers.
b. cerebral function depressors.
c. stimulators of increased secretion of aldosterone and insulin.
d. an enhancer of the immune response.

 

 

ANS:  A                    REF:   619

 

  1. Severe, prolonged stress may cause acute renal failure or stress ulcers to develop as a result of:
a. a deficit of glucose and oxygen in the body.
b. the development of decompensated acidosis.
c. prolonged vasoconstriction and ischemia.
d. the supply of hormones having been exhausted.

 

 

ANS:  C                    REF:   621

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