NREMT Advanced EMT

Category - Medical Knowledge

What is true of the alarm stage of stress?
  1. Pulse decreases
  2. Heart rate decreases
  3. Epinephrine and norepinephrine is released
  4. Pupils constrict
Explanation
Answer - C - During the alarm stage of stress, the endocrine system releases epinephrine and norepinephrine. This is the “fight or flight” response. The release of these hormones causes an increase in pulse and blood pressure, dilates pupils, creates excessive perspiration, and increases muscle tension.
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