How do glucocorticoids enable the body to deal appropriately with stress?
A) by increasing blood glucose, fatty acid, and amino acid levels and enhancing blood pressure
B) by stimulating the pancreas to release insulin
C) by releasing the neurotransmitters that prepare the body for the stress response
D) by decreasing the heart rate, thus decreasing blood pressure

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Glucocorticoids such as cortisol increase blood glucose, fatty acid, and amino acid levels to provide energy for the body to deal with stress. They also enhance blood pressure to ensure adequate blood flow to the brain and other organs during stressful situations.

How Do Glucocorticoids Enable the Body to Deal Appropriately with Stress