Which of the Following Most Accurately Describes the State of Consciousness

question 4

Multiple Choice

Which of the following most accurately describes the state of consciousness known as REM sleep?

• A) EEG tracings show large amplitude, low-frequency waves; subject has very low muscle tone; if awakened will usually report dreaming
• B) EEG tracings show low amplitude, high-frequency activity; subject has normal muscle tone; if awakened will usually report dreaming
• C) EEG tracings show low amplitude, high-frequency activity; subject has very low muscle tone; if awakened will usually report dreaming
• D) EEG tracings show low amplitude, high-frequency activity; subject has normal muscle tone; if awakened will not usually report dreaming
• E) EEG tracings show large amplitude, low-frequency waves; subject has normal muscle tone; if awakened will usually report dreaming

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Definitions:

Sedation

The process of inducing a calm, relaxed state through the use of sedative medications, often used in medical procedures to reduce anxiety and discomfort.

Catatonic

Referring to a behavioral syndrome that is often associated with schizophrenia and is characterized by abnormalities in movement and behavior, including stupor, rigidity, or posturing.

Waxy Flexibility

A psychomotor symptom of catatonia characterized by a person's limbs remaining in the position they are placed by another person for extended periods.

Immobile

Unable to move or be moved, often in the context of patients who are bedridden or have severely restricted mobility.