A nurse is assessing a 49-year-old male patient who complains of migraines that have become “unbearable.” The patient tells the nurse, “I just got laid off from my job last week and I have two kids in...

A nurse is assessing a 49-year-old male patient who complains
of migraines that have become “unbearable.” The patient tells
the nurse, “I just got laid off from my job last week and I have
two kids in college. I don’t know how I’m going to pay for it
all.” Which physiologic effects of stress would be expected
findings in this patient? Select all that apply.
a. Changes in appetite
b. Changes in elimination patterns
c. Decreased pulse and respirations
d. Use of ineffective coping mechanisms

e. Withdrawal
f. Attention-seeking behaviors