Comfort + Rest + Sleep

Question 1

Natural internal process that regulates the sleep-wake cycle within a 24 hours =

Answer 1

Circadian Rhythm

Question 2

Hormone that regulates sleep-wake cycle =

Answer 2

Melatonin

Question 3

Measurement of the brain’s electrical activity =

Answer 3

EEG (Electroencephalogram)

Question 4

REM =

Answer 4

Rapid Eye Movement

Question 5

Electrical brain waves in the frequency range of 8 to 12 hertz =

Answer 5

Alpha Waves

Question 6

Beta waves are how many hertz?

Answer 6

12-30

Question 7

Sudden bursts of oscillatory activity (11-15 hertz) that last about 0.5 to 1.5 seconds

Answer 7

Sleep Spindles

Question 8

Electrical Waveform on an EEG seen mainly during stage 2 sleep cycle =

Answer 8

K-Complex

Question 9

High amplitude electrical brainwaves (1.0 - 4 hertz) =

Answer 9

Delta Waves

Question 10

Chronic sleep condition characterized by sudden sleepiness and sudden periods of sleep =

Answer 10

Narcolepsy

Question 11

Test that documents HR, BP, RR, oxygen saturation, brain wave patterns, body movements, and snoring patterns =

Answer 11

Polysomnography

Question 12

Narcolepsy is caused by a lack of what hormone?

Answer 12

Hypocretin

Question 13

Common causes of central sleep apnea are -

Answer 13

Opioid Overdose + Congestive Heart Failure

Question 14

If a PT is awakened during the third stage of sleep, they should experience-

Answer 14

Mental cloudiness for 30-60 minutes

Question 15

The brain and neurons continue to communicate with each other during sleep to remove toxins that build up in the brain while awake.

True or false?

Answer 15

True

Question 16

Older adults tend to spend more time in what stage of sleep?

Answer 16

Stage 2

Question 17

What part of the brain transmits the sensory data that is used to develop dreams?

Answer 17

The Thalamus

Question 18

How does sleep prevent weight gain?

Answer 18

By increasing the production of leptin, the hunger-reducing hormone

Question 19

Trouble staying awake during the day and lost muscle tone =

Answer 19

Narcolepsy (NT1)

Question 20

If you are obese, are you at risk for developing obstructive sleep apnea?

Answer 20

Yes

Question 21

Does hypersonic improve with increased sleep?

Answer 21

Nah

Question 22

In which stage of the sleep cycle is the immune system strengthened and tissues + bones are repaired?

Answer 22

Stage 3

Question 23

Is urinary retention a potential adverse effect of OTC sleeping meds?

Answer 23

Yup

Question 24

Non-pharmacological interventions used to promote sleep include-

Answer 24

Acupuncture + Thermotherapy

Question 25

Is controlled-release melatonin a first-line sleep aid for adults?

Answer 25

Yeah

Question 26

People who preform shift work are at an increased risk for developing -

Answer 26

Diabetes Mellitus