A 71-Year-Old Patient Reports a Change in Sleep Patterns Occurring

question 15

Multiple Choice

A 71-year-old patient reports a change in sleep patterns occurring over the past 2 to 3 years.Based on knowledge of the effects of aging on the reticular activating system,what would the nurse expect the patient to exhibit?

• A) Increased rapid-eye-movement sleep
• B) Longer cycles of sleep
• C) Increased sleep apnea
• D) Increased spontaneous awakening

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Definitions:

Premature Ejaculation

A sexual dysfunction characterized by ejaculation that occurs with minimal sexual stimulation before, upon, or shortly after penetration and before the person wishes it.

Erectile Difficulties

A condition characterized by the inability to develop or maintain an erection of the penis during sexual activity.

Vaginismus

A condition involving involuntary muscle spasm in the pelvic floor that interferes with sexual intercourse or any attempt at vaginal insertion.

Muscle Spasms

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