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013 The influence of stress
Vocab for influence of stress
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Nursing
Undergraduate 1
05/20/2013

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Stressor
Definition
Any factor that has the capacity to create a significant change in the body's enivronment
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Homeostasis
Definition
The ability of a cell or organism to maintain normal/stable internal functioning while reacting to the external environment
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Bronchodilation
Definition
An increase in the size or diameter of the bronchial air passages
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Central nervous system
Definition
The part of the overall nervous system that includes the brain and spinal cord
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Inflammatory
Definition
The body's reaction-typically local-to irritation, damage, or microbial attack, usually characterized by swelling, localized "hotness," and often pain or sensitivity
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Ulcers
Definition
Open crater-like lesions on skin or mucous membranes
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Necrotizing
Definition
A condition causing the death of tissue
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Herpes simplex
Definition
A viral infection that typically causes sores and blisters mainly around the mouth and genitals
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Stomatitis
Definition
Inflammation and ulceration in the mouth
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Necrotizing periodontal disease
Definition
A serious form of tooth/gum disease in which tissue is destroyed
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Hypertension
Definition
Common problem involving a consistently elevated blood pressure
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Vasoconstriction
Definition
Diminishing of inside diameter of vessels, thus decreasing blood flow
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Coritsol
Definition
A natural glucocorticoid produced in the adrenal cortex that affects the metabolism of glucose, protein, and fats and plays a role in the regulation of the immune system
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