How Should the Nurse Explain Rapid Eye Movement (REM) Sleep

question 9

Multiple Choice

How should the nurse explain rapid eye movement (REM) sleep to an older client?

• A) Is when dreaming occurs
• B) Is necessary for physical restoration
• C) Involves sudden sustained muscle contractions in the extremities
• D) Is accompanied by slowing of the heart rate and a fall in blood pressure

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Definitions:

Memory Strategies

Techniques used to enhance memory, including methods like visualization, chunking, and the use of mnemonic devices.

Working Memory

A cognitive system with a limited capacity that is responsible for temporarily holding information available for processing.

Selective Attention

The focusing of conscious awareness on a particular stimulus while ignoring others, an important aspect of cognitive processing.

Intuitive Judgments

Decisions made based on one's instincts or gut feelings without the need for conscious reasoning or analysis.