Sleep Flashcards
1
Q
When in the night do REM parasomnias mostly occur? Why?
A
Later in the night, as proportion of REM sleep increases through the night
2
Q
What previous sleep history may make a diagnosis of NREM parasomnia more likely?
A
Early life sleep walking
3
Q
What movements are classical of periodic limb movements in sleep?
A
Rhythmic dorsiflexion of great toe and ankle, flexion of knee occurring in NREM phases
4
Q
What drugs can provoke RBD? 2 specific examples?
A
Antidepressants
Melatonin and mirtazapine
