The assessment of a client undergoing testing for an anxiety disorder reveals an increased heart rate,an increased respiratory rate,a low-normal hematocrit,and a low blood sugar.Which finding is contrary to what could be explained by a normal response to anxiety?
A)The heart rate
B)The respiratory rate
C)The hematocrit
D)The blood sugar

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An increased heart rate and respiratory rate are normal physiological responses to anxiety. A low-normal hematocrit can be explained as a result of a mild degree of anemia, which could be caused by chronic anxiety and stress. However, a low blood sugar level is not a typical response to anxiety and is more likely due to other factors such as poor nutrition or medication use.

The Assessment of a Client Undergoing Testing for an Anxiety