Question 1

Natural killer cells are part of the body's

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A)   immune system.
B)   endocrine system.
C)   digestive system.
D)   sympathetic nervous system.

Question 2

When 15,000 Canadians were asked whether they were trying to take on too many tasks at once, responses indicated highest stress levels among

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A)   children.
B)   young adults.
C)   middle-aged adults.
D)   retired senior citizens.

Question 3

When she missed her morning bus ride to work, Shelly's blood pressure rose and she experienced a throbbing headache. Her physical responses to missing the bus were

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A)   stressors.
B)   stress appraisals.
C)   stress reactions.
D)   emotion-focused coping responses.

Question 4

Who is the best example of a Type A personality?

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A)   Mara, an irritable, impatient teacher
B)   Rashida, a highly intelligent, introverted librarian
C)   Wilma, a friendly, altruistic social worker
D)   Charisse, a fun-loving, self-indulgent university student

Question 5

Physical illnesses, such as hypertension and some headaches, that are not caused by an organic disorder but instead seem linked to stress are referred to as ________ illnesses.

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A)   psychophysiological
B)   psychopharmacological
C)   carcinogenic
D)   malignant A

Question 6

Although stress does not create cancer cells, it may affect their growth by suppressing the activity of

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A)   telomeres.
B)   B lymphocytes.
C)   the adrenal glands.
D)   T lymphocytes.

Question 7

In the four months after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans' rate of ________ reportedly tripled.

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A)   suicides
B)   breast cancer
C)   multiple sclerosis
D)   upper respiratory infections

Question 8

By attacking the body's own tissues, an overly reactive immune system is most likely to cause

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A)   arthritis.
B)   colon cancer.
C)   pneumonia.
D)   hypertension.

Question 9

Worn-out red blood cells and tiny harmful bacteria are ingested by an immune system agent known as the

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A)   B lymphocyte.
B)   macrophage.
C)   amygdala.
D)   glucocorticoids.

Question 10

Friedman and Rosenman referred to relaxed and easygoing individuals as ________ personalities.

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A)   emotion-focused
B)   problem-focused
C)   Type A
D)   Type B

Question 11

Psychoneuroimmunology is most broadly concerned with how the psychological, neural, and endocrine systems together affect the

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A)   reproductive system.
B)   cardiovascular system.
C)   immune system.
D)   respiratory system.

Question 12

Walter Cannon perceived the stress response to be highly adaptive because it prepared the organism for

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A)   spontaneous remission.
B)   the production of lymphocytes.
C)   emotion-focused coping.
D)   fight or flight.

Question 13

After being told that his parents have just been involved in a serious automobile accident, Bill is likely to experience an outpouring of

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A)   serotonin.
B)   dopamine.
C)   epinephrine.
D)   lymphocytes.

Question 14

After Georgiana learns that a tornado has destroyed her house, her brain probably directed the outer part of her adrenal glands to react by

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A)   releasing testosterone.
B)   producing androgens.
C)   increasing the production of lymphocytes.
D)   secreting cortisol.

Question 15

Who would be MOST susceptible to heart disease?

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A)   Marvin, an impatient lawyer who often becomes irritated with family and friends over insignificant matters
B)   Oswald, a purchasing agent who is very competitive and always wants to be a winner
C)   Michael, a time-conscious banking executive who is always five minutes early for appointments because of his sense of urgency
D)   Jozsef, a highly ambitious salesperson who is determined to become the manager of his company

Question 16

Oxytocin is a stress-moderating hormone released by

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A)   lymphocytes.
B)   a Type A personality.
C)   aerobic exercise.
D)   breast feeding. D

Question 17

Who is the best example of a Type B personality?

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A)   Tammy, an ambitious, self-confident waitress
B)   Mauriucca, a relaxed, understanding social worker
C)   Tena, a time-conscious, competitive lawyer
D)   Juanita, an impatient, pessimistic librarian

Question 18

In their classic nine-year study, Friedman and Rosenman found that Type A men are especially susceptible to

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A)   stomach ulcers.
B)   cancer.
C)   heart attacks.
D)   lupus.

Question 19

The ABC program has been used with notable success to

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A)   prevent HIV infections.
B)   slow the transition from HIV infection to AIDS.
C)   provide pain medication for AIDS patients.
D)   help HIV patients recover from their immune system disorder.

Question 20

Prolonged daily hassles such as unemployment and overcrowding are likely to promote

Accepted Answer

A)   reduced production of glucocorticoids.
B)   increased production of NK cells.
C)   reduced production of lymphocytes.
D)   increased production of oxytocin. C

Exam 38: A: Stress and Health

Natural killer cells are part of the body's

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When 15,000 Canadians were asked whether they were trying to take on too many tasks at once, responses indicated highest stress levels among

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When she missed her morning bus ride to work, Shelly's blood pressure rose and she experienced a throbbing headache. Her physical responses to missing the bus were

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Who is the best example of a Type A personality?

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Physical illnesses, such as hypertension and some headaches, that are not caused by an organic disorder but instead seem linked to stress are referred to as ________ illnesses.

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Although stress does not create cancer cells, it may affect their growth by suppressing the activity of

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In the four months after Hurricane Katrina, New Orleans' rate of ________ reportedly tripled.

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By attacking the body's own tissues, an overly reactive immune system is most likely to cause

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Worn-out red blood cells and tiny harmful bacteria are ingested by an immune system agent known as the

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Friedman and Rosenman referred to relaxed and easygoing individuals as ________ personalities.

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Psychoneuroimmunology is most broadly concerned with how the psychological, neural, and endocrine systems together affect the

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Walter Cannon perceived the stress response to be highly adaptive because it prepared the organism for

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After being told that his parents have just been involved in a serious automobile accident, Bill is likely to experience an outpouring of

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After Georgiana learns that a tornado has destroyed her house, her brain probably directed the outer part of her adrenal glands to react by

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Who would be MOST susceptible to heart disease?

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Oxytocin is a stress-moderating hormone released by

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In their classic nine-year study, Friedman and Rosenman found that Type A men are especially susceptible to

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The ABC program has been used with notable success to

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