Question 1

Which type of white blood cell is primarily suppressed by the activation of the HPA axis during stress?

Accepted Answer

Lymphocytes

Question 2

According to the provided material, what is the main function of lymphocytes in the immune system?

Accepted Answer

They help your body fight infection.

Question 3

Which of the following best describes the effect of chronic stress on immune function, as shown in the provided graph?

Accepted Answer

Chronic stress makes people more susceptible to illness.

Question 4

What is the role of the HPA axis in the context of stress and immune function?

Accepted Answer

It suppresses lymphocyte production.

Question 5

A patient experiencing chronic stress is found to have decreased lymphocyte levels. Which physiological process is most likely responsible for this change?

Accepted Answer

Activation of the HPA axis

Question 6

Based on the graph provided, which group is most likely to experience the highest number of colds?

Accepted Answer

People with high stress levels

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT a type of lymphocyte mentioned in the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Macrophages

Question 8

If a researcher wants to measure the impact of stress on immune function, which variable should they focus on according to the study materials?

Accepted Answer

Lymphocyte production

Question 9

Which of the following best explains why chronic stress can increase susceptibility to illness?

Accepted Answer

Chronic stress suppresses lymphocyte production, weakening immune defense.

Question 10

A student is preparing for exams and experiences chronic stress. According to the materials, which immune cells are most likely to be affected, and what is the likely outcome?

Accepted Answer

Lymphocytes; decreased ability to fight infection

Question 11

Which of the following equations best represents the relationship between stress and immune function as described in the materials?

Accepted Answer

$Immune\ Function = \frac{1}{Stress\ Level}$

Question 12

Which of the following is a direct consequence of HPA axis activation during stress?

Accepted Answer

Suppressed immune function

Question 13

A scientist is studying the effects of stress on different types of immune cells. Which cell type should they expect to be most suppressed by chronic stress?

Accepted Answer

Lymphocytes

Question 14

Which of the following statements is supported by the data in the provided graph?

Accepted Answer

Higher stress levels are associated with a greater number of colds.

Question 15

If a person has a suppressed immune system due to chronic stress, which of the following is the most likely physiological explanation?

Accepted Answer

Suppression of lymphocyte production by the HPA axis

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