Which of the Following Statements Regarding REM Sleep Is NOT

question 78

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements regarding REM sleep is NOT true?

• A) Heart rate increases and becomes irregular during REM sleep.
• B) Breathing rate increases during REM sleep.
• C) Vivid dreams occur during REM sleep.
• D) The activity of skeletal muscles increases during REM sleep.

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Definitions:

Afferent Nerves

Nerves that carry sensory information from the body's periphery towards the central nervous system.

HNP

Herniated Nucleus Pulposus; a condition where the soft center of a spinal disc pushes through a crack in the tougher exterior casing.

Analgesia

A state where pain is reduced or absent, which may be achieved through various medications or techniques.

Asthenia

An abnormal physical weakness or lack of energy; often associated with various medical conditions.