The nurse knows that dyssomnias are: (Select all that apply.) ...

[Sportsfan2111]

The nurse knows that dyssomnias are: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. difficultly getting to sleep.
  b. stages of sleep.
  c. inability staying asleep.
  d. being excessively sleepy.
  e. falling asleep during the day.

Question 2

The nurse knows the following changes in sleep patterns occur in the older adult: (Select all that apply.)
 
  a. Sleep increases to approximately 8 to 10 hours a night.
  b. REM sleep is shorter.
  c. Stage 4 NREM is decreased.
  d. The use of medication may interfere with sleep.
  e. Older adults awaken more at night.

[mathjasmine]

Answer to Question 1

ANS: A, C, D, E
Dyssomnias are disorders associated with getting to sleep, staying asleep, or being excessively sleepy. Changes in the amount or timing of sleep result in daytime sleepiness, poor concentration, and a feeling of not being rested. The stages of sleep are REM and NREM.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: C, D, E
The first REM stage is longer. Older adults sleep approximately 6 hours a night. Stage 4 sleep is decreased, resulting in less restorative sleep. A decline in health or the use of medications may interfere with sleep. Older adults awaken more at night and take longer to go back to sleep.

[Sportsfan2111]

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[mathjasmine]

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