A patient is brought to the emergency department after being involved in a drive-by shooting. Which physiological changes associated with the alarm stage would make it difficult to assess this patient for injury?. Select all that apply.

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During the alarm stage of stress response, the sympathetic nervous system is activated, leading to increased heart rate (A), elevated blood glucose levels (B), and decreased urine output (C) due to the body's preparation for a "fight or flight" response. These changes can complicate the assessment of the patient's injuries.

A Patient Is Brought to the Emergency Department After Being