Sleep Flashcards
1
Q
What is sleep
A
A state of unconsciousness
2
Q
What is sleep referred to as and last about…
A
Circadian cycle
For about a day
3
Q
Which part of the brain are we using
A
Hypothalamus called suprachiasmatic nucleus (SCN)
4
Q
What other factors contribute and relate to sleep
A
Controls body temperature, metabolism, blood pressure, hormone levels, and hunger
5
Q
Why does jet lag occur
A
Jet lag occurs because of disordered sleeping patterns
6
Q
What are the five stages of sleep
A
Stage 1 2 3 4
REM SLEEP
7
Q
What does REM stand for
A
REM sleep is rapid eye movement
8
Q
What happens during REM sleep
A
REM Sleep is when someone is in deep sleep
Most dreams are taken in REM Sleep
9
Q
What is NREM
A
NREM is non rapid eye movement
Stages 1-4
