A "Negatively Phototaxic" Amphipod Will Swim

question 6

Multiple Choice

A "negatively phototaxic" amphipod will swim

• A) away from parasitic worms.
• B) towards parasitic worms.
• C) away from competing amphipods.
• D) towards light.
• E) away from light.

Understand the relative safety and appropriateness of different treatments for difficulty sleeping in older adults.

Develop skills in identifying patient-specific needs for sleep interventions based on underlying conditions.

Recognize the importance of patient-centered care in managing sleep disturbances.

Evaluate the use of pharmacological versus non-pharmacological interventions for sleep disruptions.

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Definitions:

Orbital Decompression

A surgical procedure aimed at relieving pressure within the eye socket, often used to treat conditions like Graves' disease.

Insulin Resistance

A condition in which cells in the body respond poorly to insulin, leading to elevated blood sugar levels.

Type 2 Diabetes

A chronic condition that affects the way the body processes blood sugar (glucose), characterized by insulin resistance or deficiency.

Biguanides

A class of oral medications primarily used to treat type 2 diabetes by reducing glucose production in the liver.