An Electroencephalograph (EEG) Is Recording Alyssa's Brain Activity

question 63

Multiple Choice

An electroencephalograph (EEG) is recording Alyssa's brain activity. She has just entered stage 1 sleep when there is a sudden, loud crash in the sleep lab. Which of the following is most likely?

• A)The EEG will temporarily show a flat line before returning to theta waves.
• B)There will be a sleep spindle recorded on the EEG at the time of the crash.
• C)The crash will wake Alyssa from her relatively light sleep.
• D)The noise of the crash will be incorporated into the dream Alyssa is currently experiencing.

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Definitions:

Nightmares

Disturbing dreams that cause the dreamer to wake feeling anxious, afraid, or distressed.

Flashbacks

Sudden, intense, and vivid recollections of past experiences, often traumatic, that intrude into the present.

Intrusive Memories

Unwanted and often distressing memories that suddenly enter consciousness, frequently associated with traumatic events and a symptom of PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder).

Unpleasant Emotions

Feelings that are generally negative in nature, such as sadness, anger, or fear, which can affect one's mental state.