Question

Activity 1.1
1. Do you think the nurse did make the right choice? Explain.
2. According to the research done in neuropsychology, biopsychology and
psychiatry, usually people with brain damage usually do not know what
they are doing. In the article given, do you think the nurse has contacted
brain damage to render herself to decide unfairly of her demise? Explain.
3. If you are in the position of the nurse, as a front liner, would you also do
the same, as retribution for your mistake? Why? Why not?
4. Why do you think stress can affect the brain's function to perceive and
handle problems, especially in traumatic experiences?​

Answer 1

1. No

2. Yes

3. Took care of the patient

4. Explained below

Explanation:

The stress reaction involves the amygdala, hippocampus, and prefrontal cortex. Long-term changes in various brain areas have been related to traumatic stress. Traumatic stress is associated with increased cortisol and norepinephrine responses to subsequent stresses. The physical symptoms most people associate with stress, such as higher heart rate, heightened senses, deeper oxygen intake, and an adrenaline surge, are all caused by this "fight-or-flight" reaction. Finally, a hormone called cortisol is generated, which helps restore energy lost during the response. After a stressful event, cortisol levels decline and the body returns to normal.