The Negative Impacts of Shift Work

question 251

Multiple Choice

The negative impacts of shift work

• A) are typically resolved within three months of resuming normal sleep patterns.
• B) are usually reversed after one full night of normal sleep.
• C) are usually reversed after three consecutive nights of normal sleep.
• D) can last for years, and some effects may be permanent.

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Definitions:

Venous Stasis

A condition in which the flow of blood through the veins is slowed, often leading to swelling and varicose veins.

Senile Angiomas

Small, cherry-red spots on the skin, resulting from blood vessels dilating, typically appearing in older adults.

Anasarca

A medical condition characterized by widespread swelling of the body due to the accumulation of fluid in the extracellular space.

Scleroderma

A group of autoimmune diseases that cause the skin and connective tissues to harden and tighten.