Adrenaline

• What does the adrenal glands produce?

  Adrenaline
• When is adrenaline produced?


  In times of fear and stress
• What does adrenaline do?


  -increases heart rate, boosting the delivery of oxygen and glucose to the brain and muscles

  -prepares the body for ‘fight or flight’
• What is the purpose of adrenaline?

  a hormone that prepares the body for stressful situations by causing temporary changes
• What is another name for adrenaline?

  Epinephrine
• What is the primary function of adrenaline in stressful situations?

  It prepares the body for stressful situations by causing temporary changes.
• What are the temporary changes caused by adrenaline?


  • Increases heart rate
  • Increases blood pressure
  • Increases blood sugar
  • Increases blood flow
  • Increases alertness
  • Dilates pupils
  • Causes sweating
  • Decreases pain
• How does adrenaline affect heart rate?

  It makes the heart beat faster and more forcefully.
• What effect does adrenaline have on blood pressure?

  It increases blood pressure and helps maintain it by constricting blood vessels.
• Why does adrenaline increase blood sugar levels?

  To provide energy for the body.
• What areas of the body receive increased blood flow due to adrenaline?

  The brain and muscles.
• How does adrenaline affect alertness?

  It makes the brain more alert.
• What physical change occurs to the pupils due to adrenaline?


  They grow larger.
• What is one effect of adrenaline on pain perception?


  It dampens the pain response in the nervous system.
• Where is adrenaline released from?


  The adrenal glands.
• In response to what types of situations is adrenaline released?


  Perceived threats such as anger, excitement, or a disaster.
• How do the temporary changes caused by adrenaline help the body?

  They help the body perform better in stressful situations, such as fighting or fleeing.
• For whom can adrenaline be prescribed?

  People who are at higher risk of a serious allergic reaction.
• What hormone is produced by the adrenal glands during fear or stress?


  Adrenaline
• What are the primary effects of adrenaline on the body?


  Increases heart rate, breathing rate, and boosts oxygen and glucose delivery to the brain and muscles
• How does adrenaline affect blood flow in the body?


  It diverts blood away from the digestive system towards the muscles
• Why is adrenaline not controlled by negative feedback?

  Because its release is a response to immediate stress or fear, rather than a regulated process
• What are the multiple effects of adrenaline when released into the bloodstream?


  • Increases breathing rate
  • Increases heart rate
  • Converts glycogen to glucose for energy
  • Diverts blood from the digestive system to muscles
• Where is the adrenal gland?


  On top of both kidneys