21. Sleep Flashcards
How long is the sleep cycle in newborns?
About 60 minutes
As people age, the sleep cycle typically lengthens to how many minutes?
90-100 minutes
What are the stages of sleep?
W (awake), N1 (drowsy), N2 (light sleep), N3 (deep sleep), REM
Which stage of sleep is associated with drowsiness?
N1
Which sleep stage is referred to as ‘light sleep’?
N2
What is the main role of deep sleep (N3)?
Physical restoration
REM sleep is important for what type of processing?
Memory consolidation
List two key purposes of sleep.
Maintain metabolic-caloric balance and immune competence
True or False: Sleep helps stabilize learned material.
True
Name one benefit of adequate sleep in children.
Improved attention, behavior, learning, memory, or emotional regulation
Inadequate sleep in teenagers and adults can lead to which of the following?
Cognitive decline
Name one major risk associated with inadequate sleep for age.
Hypertension, depression, obesity, or cognitive decline
SUID stands for:
Sudden Unexpected Infant Death
At what age is the risk of SIDS highest?
2-3 months
True or False: SIDS is more common in males than females.
True
What sleeping position is recommended to reduce the risk of SIDS?
Back to sleep
According to the AAP, where should infants sleep?
In a separate crib or bassinet in the parents’ room
Which item should NOT be in an infant’s crib?
Blanket
True or False: Infants should avoid exposure to smoke and alcohol.
True
The AAP recommends offering a pacifier at which times to help reduce SIDS risk?
Nap time and bedtime
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS)?
Elevated sleep position
List one cause of SIDS.
Prone sleeping, sleep apnea, smoking exposure, overheating, etc.
What two types of sleep apnea are common in older adults?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and Central Sleep Apnea
Define insomnia.
Difficulty with sleep initiation, duration, or quality, causing impairment during the day
List a risk factor for obstructive sleep apnea.
Increased body mass, large neck circumference, or decreased muscle tone
Central sleep apnea differs from obstructive sleep apnea by:
Lack of ventilatory effort
Name one factor that increases the risk of insomnia.
Depression, anxiety, older age, or female sex
Insomnia is particularly common in individuals with which occupation-related disorder?
Shift work disorder
Which condition is NOT associated with increased insomnia risk?
SIDS
What is a good sleep hygiene habit for children regarding screen use?
Turn off screens 30 minutes before bedtime
‘Brush, Book, Bed’ is an AAP-recommended sleep routine for which group?
Children
Adults are advised to avoid consuming what substance close to bedtime?
Alcohol
True or False: Napping during the day is recommended for adults with insomnia.
False
Name one sleep hygiene recommendation for adults.
Keep a regular sleep/wake schedule, avoid caffeine, limit screen time, etc.
What should you do if you cannot fall asleep within 20 minutes?
Get out of bed and do something quiet and relaxing
According to the APTA, physical therapists should screen for what type of dysfunction in patients?
Sleep dysfunction
Which intervention is part of stimulus-control therapy?
Get out of bed if not asleep in 20 minutes
True or False: Patients undergoing stimulus-control therapy should nap during the day.
False
Physical therapists help educate patients on the relationship between sleep and which of the following?
Pain, physical activity, and health
For older adults, what is an important part of maintaining healthy sleep habits?
Getting up at the same time each morning