You are caring for a patient who suddenly experiences a cardiac arrest.As you respond to this emergency,which substance will your body secrete in large amounts to help prepare you to react in this situation?

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During the shock phase of the general adaptation syndrome,epinephrine prepares the body to react in an emergency situation by increasing heart rate and blood pressure.In response to the epinephrine release,the endocrine system releases corticotrophin-releasing hormone,aldosterone,and antidiuretic hormone.

You Are Caring for a Patient Who Suddenly Experiences a Cardiac