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A client has been caring for an ailing mother for 18 months. In addition, the client has recently lost a job and is having difficulty finding a new one. Blood pressure has recently been running higher than normal. What is the client experiencing? 1 Allostasis 2 Homeostasis 3 Allostatic overload 4 Chronic homeostasis

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Answer: The client is experiencing Allostatic overload.

Explanation:

Allostatic load is known as the wear and tear on the body which accumulates as an individual is exposed to repeated or chronic stress. "Chronic Stress" here, is caused by the difficulty of the client getting a new job coupled with the client caring for their ailing mother.