Sleep Walking ( Parasomnia ) Flashcards
1
Q
What is sleepwalking?
A
A sleeping person walking around and completing routine tasks
2
Q
When does sleepwalking occur?
A
NREM3 and NREM4
3
Q
Why do sleep walkers have disruptions to their sleep wake cycle?
A
Disrupted deep sleep (NREM3 and NREM4)
4
Q
What can patients feel if awoken?
A
Sleep inertia (confused and disoriented)
5
Q
What can sleep inertia cause?
A
Difficulty falling back asleep
