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The nurse cares for a patient who suddenly experiences a cardiac arrest.As the nurse responds to the emergency,which substance in the nurse's body will be secreted in large amounts to help the nurse react in this situation?
A) Epinephrine
B) Corticotrophin-releasing hormone
C) Aldosterone
D) Antidiuretic hormone
Cardiac Arrest
A sudden cessation of heart function, leading to a loss of blood circulation and requiring immediate medical intervention.
Secreted
Refers to the process of producing and releasing substances from a cell or gland in the body.
Epinephrine
A hormone and medication, also known as adrenaline, that increases heart rate, muscle strength, blood pressure, and sugar metabolism, often used in emergency treatments for severe allergic reactions.
- Acquire knowledge on the progression of general adaptation syndrome and its corresponding physiological responses.
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Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge on the progression of general adaptation syndrome and its corresponding physiological responses.
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