How Do Sleep Patterns Change Over the Lifespan

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How do sleep patterns change over the lifespan?

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Definitions:

Syncope

A sudden, temporary loss of consciousness usually related to insufficient blood flow to the brain, often called fainting.

Artifact

In medical terms, an artifact refers to any distortion or error in data or images caused by extraneous variables, which can misrepresent the true nature of the observation.

Semi-Fowler's Position

Similar to the semi-reclined position, it is where a person lies on their back at a 30-45 degree angle, often to promote lung expansion and reduce the risk of aspiration.

ECG Machine

An electronic device used to record the electrical activity of the heart over a period of time.