The Behaviors and Environmental Factors That Together Influence the Quantity

question 101

Multiple Choice

The behaviors and environmental factors that together influence the quantity and quality of your sleep are collectively called sleep

• A) hygiene.
• B) initiation.
• C) maintenance.
• D) profile.

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Definitions:

Vasodilation

is the widening of blood vessels, resulting from relaxation of smooth muscle cells within the vessel walls, often increasing blood flow.

Parasympathetic Stimulation

The stimulation of the parasympathetic nervous system results in outcomes such as a lower heart rate and heightened activity in the digestive system.

Peripheral Chemoreceptors

Sensory receptors located in the carotid and aortic bodies that detect changes in blood oxygen, carbon dioxide, and pH levels.

Carotid Bodies

Small, sensorial organs located on each side of the neck that detect changes in the oxygen and carbon dioxide levels in the blood.