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Which of the following are associated with diaphoresis? 1. Fever 2. Severe stress 3. Acute anxiety 4. Hemoptysis
 
  a. 2 and 3 only
  b. 1 and 4 only
  c. 1, 2, and 3 only
  d. 2, 3, and 4 only

Question 2

What structure in the body is responsible for regulating the body temperature?
 
  a. Pituitary gland
  b. Thyroid gland
  c. Hypothalamus
  d. Thymus gland


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Reply #1 on: Jul 16, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Diaphoresis (sweating) can indicate fever, pain, severe stress, increased metabolism, or acute anxiety.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
The hypothalamus plays an important role in regulating heat loss.


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