Sleep Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Sleep walking and sleep talking facts
A
Occurs during stage 4 of sleep
Common in children (boys)—sleepwalking
2
Q
Night terrors
A
Episodes of scare during stage 3-4 of NREM
People scream sit up (but they don’t remember)
3
Q
Insomnia
A
Difficulty falling asleep or remaining asleep
4
Q
Causes of insomnia
A
Links to depression, stress, meds
And disturbances from environmental factors
5
Q
Apnea
A
The breath stops during sleep
6
Q
Narcolepsy
A
Falls into sleep randomly
Especially REM sleep suddenly
7
Q
Symptoms of narcolepsy
A
Loss of muscle
Hallucinations
Central nervous system defect
