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What is the circadian rhythm?

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Affected by light, temperature, social activities, and work routines

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What is sleep regulation?

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Regulated by a sequence of physiological states integrated by CNS

Includes the reticular activation system (RAS)

And happens in the hypothalamus

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3
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What is the purpose of sleep?

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Remains unclear
Physiological and psychological restoration
Maintenance of biological functions

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4
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What are do dreams occur?

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In NREM & REM sleep

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What are dreams important for?

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Learning
Memory
Adaptation to stress

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6
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What does physical illness cause?

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Pain
Discomfort
Anxiety
Depression
Sleep disturbances

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What can be due to physical illness?

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Hypertension
Respiratory disorders
Noturia
Restless leg syndrome

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What does rest do for you?

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Mentally relaxed
Free from anxiety
Physically calm
Does not imply inactivity

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How does rest make you feel?

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Refreshed
Rejuvenated
Ready to resume the activities of the day

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What is normal sleep requirements for neonates?

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16 hours a day

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What are normal sleeping requirements for toddlers?

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12hrs/day

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What are normal sleep requirements for school age children?

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9-10hrs

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What are normal sleep requirements for infants?

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8-10hrs for a total of 15 hours per night

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What are normal sleeping requirements for preschoolers?

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12hrs/night

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What are normal sleeping requirements for adolescents?

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7 1/2 hours

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What are the normal sleeping requirements for young adults?

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6 - 8 1/2 hours

17
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What are the normal sleeping requirements for middle or older adults?

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Total # of hours declines

18
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What are some factors that influence sleep?

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Drugs & substances
Lifestyle
Unusual sleep patterns
Emotional stress
Environment
Exercise & fatigue
Food & calorie intake

19
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What are some drugs & substances that influence sleep?

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Hypnotics
Diuretics
Narcotics
Antidepressant
Alcohol caffeine
Beta-blockers
Anticonvulsants

20
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How does lifestyle influence sleep?

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Work schedules
Social activities
Routines

21
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How does unusual sleep patterns affect sleep?

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May be disrupted by social activity or work schedules

22
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How does emotional stress influence sleep?

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Worries
Physical health
Death
Losses

23
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How does environment influence sleep?

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Noise
Routines

24
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How does exercise and fatigue influence sleep?

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Moderate exercise and fatigue causes a restful sleep

25
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How does food and calorie intake influence sleep?

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Time of day
Caffeine
Nicotine
Alcohol

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Who are some sources for sleep assessments?

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Patient
Family

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