The nurse knows that during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, the ...

[sheilaspns]

The nurse knows that during rapid eye movement (REM) sleep, the following occur: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Memories are stored
  b. Increase in cerebral blood flow
  c. Slow rhythmic scanning eye movements
  d. Release of epinephrine
  e. Repair of brain cells

Question 2

Which of the following is inappropriate to delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP)?
 
  a. Providing oral care
  b. Evaluating sleep patterns
  c. Providing bedtime routines
  d. Documenting sleep hours

[Joy Chen]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, B, D
Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep occurs during deep sleep and is manifested by quick scanning movements of the eyes that are associated with dreaming. REM sleep is associated with memory storage, learning, increased cerebral blood flow, and epinephrine release. Repair of brain cells occurs during non-REM sleep.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The nurse may not delegate assessment activities such as evaluating sleeping patterns. The nurse may delegate activities to help the patient prepare for sleep such as oral care and other bedtime routines. The UAP may document the hours slept.

[sheilaspns]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

[strudel15]

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