If a Client Expresses Sleep Issues, Why Is It Important

question 29

Multiple Choice

If a client expresses sleep issues, why is it important for the nutrition counselor to assess the size and types of meals?

• A) Heavy meals increase body temperature significantly, which can disrupt sleep.
• B) Heavy meals disrupt the maintenance of circadian rhythms, which can disrupt sleep.
• C) Heavy meals cause voluntary and involuntary arousal, which can disrupt sleep.
• D) Heavy meals right before bed tend to cause indigestion, which can disrupt sleep.
• E) Heavy meals suppress the release of melatonin, which can disrupt sleep.

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