Which of the Statements Made by the Patient Would Be

question 16

Multiple Choice

Which of the statements made by the patient would be most indicative of dyssomnia?

• A) "I think I am seeing things when I wake up."
• B) "My wife says I snore and even stop breathing."
• C) "I go to sleep okay but then wake up several times at night."
• D) "My wife says I sit straight up in bed at 2 AM and then say strange things."

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Definitions:

Chemosensory Cells

Specialized cells responsible for detecting chemical signals in the environment, contributing to senses like taste and smell.

Ames Room

An optical illusion room designed to distort perception, making objects appear larger or smaller depending on their location within the room.

Taste Sensitivity

The ability to detect and differentiate the flavors and tastes of various substances.

Supertasters

Individuals with a heightened sense of taste, particularly sensitive to bitter compounds.