As he began his internship in a hospital emergency room, George felt very anxious. Throughout the internship he experienced intense and prolonged stress, did not eat well, and did not get enough sleep. When he successfully completed his internship, he felt completely worn out and got very sick with the flu. George is probably experiencing the:

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George is likely experiencing the exhaustion stage of the general adaptation syndrome, which occurs after prolonged exposure to stressors. Symptoms include feeling worn out, weakened immune system, and illnesses such as the flu. George's prolonged stress, poor nutrition, and lack of sleep are all contributing factors to his current state.

As He Began His Internship in a Hospital Emergency Room