The nurse is assessing a client and asks if they have any chronic stress. The client wants to know how chronic stress affects the body. The nurse responds that when the body is under stress, it releases a chemical that increases the heart rate and the tendency of the blood to clot. Which of the following chemicals is the nurse discussing?
A)Histamine
B)Catecholamines
C)Cortisol
D)Protease

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Catecholamines, such as adrenaline and noradrenaline, are released by the adrenal glands in response to stress. These chemicals increase heart rate and the tendency of the blood to clot, preparing the body for a "fight or flight" response.

The Nurse Is Assessing a Client and Asks If They