A nurse's neighbour says, "I saw a news story about a man without any known illness who died suddenly after his ex-wife committed suicide. Was that a coincidence, or can emotional shock be fatal?" The nurse should respond by noting that some serious medical conditions may be complicated by emotional stress, including which of the following? Select all that apply.

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A number of diseases can be worsened or brought to awareness by intense emotional stress. Immune disorders can be complicated when associated with the detrimental effects of stress on the immune system. Others can be brought about indirectly, such as cardiovascular disease due to acute or chronic hypertension. Hip fractures are not in this group.

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