Author Question: During the stress response, hormonal changes cause metabolic changes in the body. What is an ... (Read 82 times)

cookcarl · **on:** Aug 2, 2018

During the stress response, hormonal changes cause metabolic changes in the body. What is an indication that stress hormone levels are declining?

A) An increase in urinary nitrogen excretion
B) A decline in serum glucose levels
C) An increase in serum glucose levels
D) Fluid retention

Question 2

If a patient with arthritis develops iron-deficiency anemia, he or she should be asked about use of

a. alcoholic beverages.
b. stool softeners and laxatives.
c. caffeinated foods and beverages.
d. nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs.

Expo · **Reply #1 on:** Aug 2, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
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Glucose is necessary for the various hormones to function. Resolution of the stress leads to a recovery phase and less need for glucose.

Answer to Question 2

D
Nonsteroidal antiinflammatory drugs can cause intestinal bleeding, which may lead to iron-deficiency anemia. Alcoholic beverages, stool softeners, laxatives, and caffeine are not common causes of iron-deficiency anemia.