A Patient Has Been Experiencing Significant Psychosocial Stress in Recent

Multiple Choice

A patient has been experiencing significant psychosocial stress in recent weeks. The nurse is aware of the hormonal effects of stress, including norepinephrine release. Release of this substance would have what effect on the patients gastrointestinal function? Select all that apply.

A) Decreased motility
B) Increased sphincter tone
C) Increased enzyme release
D) Inhibition of secretions
E) Increased peristalsis