Which of the Following Is a True Statement About Sleeping

question 10

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a true statement about sleeping in older adults?

• A) Older adults tend to fall asleep quickly but are awakened throughout the night.
• B) Sleep disturbances in the older adult can be caused by cardiovascular disease, arthritis, or diabetes.
• C) Benzodiazepine agents are the medications of choice for sleep disorders.
• D) Selective serotonin-reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) can alleviate sleep disturbances caused by depression.

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Definitions:

Risk Factor

Any attribute, characteristic, or exposure of an individual that increases the likelihood of developing a disease or injury.

Conditions

Various states of health or disease, or the overall circumstances affecting the body or mind.

Diabetes

A chronic condition characterized by high levels of sugar in the blood, resulting from the body's inability to produce sufficient insulin or to use insulin effectively.

Depression

A mental health disorder characterized by persistently low mood, loss of interest in activities, and reduced ability to experience pleasure.