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skymedlock

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on: Jul 19, 2018
Which of the statements made by the patient would be most indicative of dyssomnia?
 
  a. I think I am seeing things when I wake up.
  b. My wife says I snore and even stop breathing.
  c. I go to sleep okay but then wake up several times at night.
  d. My wife says I sit straight up in bed at 2 AM and then say strange things.

Question 2

Which statement indicates to the nurse that a patient requires additional education re-garding appropriate sleep hygiene?
 
  a. I will try to avoid daytime napping.
  b. Relaxing music may help relax me for sleep.
  c. Exercising before bed will make me good and tired.
  d. I need to cut back on my four daily cups of coffee.


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Reply #1 on: Jul 19, 2018
Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
The dyssomnia known as insomnia is characterized by a predominant complaint of difficulty initiating or maintaining sleep. Snoring is a characteristic of obstructive sleep apnea. The other options are seen in narcolepsy.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C
Avoiding physical exercise or mental stimulation just before bedtime will usually support healthy sleep patterns. The remaining options are all good sleep hygiene practices.


skymedlock

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Reply 2 on: Jul 19, 2018
Excellent

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