The Difference Between Insomnia and Apnea Is That ________

question 150

Multiple Choice

The difference between insomnia and apnea is that ________.

• A) apnea affects primarily the elderly, while insomnia is characteristic of children
• B) insomnia is treatable but apnea is not
• C) apnea is a precursor to narcolepsy, while insomnia is not
• D) insomnia is characterized by sleeplessness, while apnea is characterized by breathing difficulties

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Definitions:

Abdominal Aorta

is the largest artery in the abdominal cavity that supplies oxygenated blood to the lower parts of the body.

Splenic Artery

A major blood vessel that supplies oxygen-rich blood to the spleen, branching from the abdominal aorta.

Ascending Aorta

The initial section of the aorta that rises up from the left ventricle of the heart, distributing oxygen-rich blood to the rest of the body.

Korotkoff Sounds

The sounds medical personnel listen for when they are taking blood pressure using a sphygmomanometer, which indicate the resumption of blood flow to the artery.