HES 100 quiz 4
As compared to individuals who sleep 7 to 8 hours a night, those who sleep less than 5 hours per night have a 40 percent higher risk of heart attack. obesity. type 2 diabetes. infertility.
not A or C
A neurological disorder caused by the brain's inability to properly regulate sleep, which results in overwhelming and uncontrollable sleepiness, is narcolepsy. insomnia. sleepwalking. sleep apnea.
A
College students often experience decreased melatonin and difficulty falling asleep as a result of multiscreening. living in a noisy residence hall. eating a snack in the evening. exercising in the afternoon or evening.
A
Foods containing tryptophan, an amino acid that encourages drowsiness, include peanut butter, eggs, and milk. table sugar, jams, and candies. soy, nuts, and red wine. chili, curries, and other spicy foods.
A
Getting an adequate amount of sleep contributes to immune functioning. early morning grogginess. a higher body weight. a higher level of intelligence.
A
Obstructive sleep apnea can result in snoring and gasping for breath. waking with a need to urinate. frequent night sweats. weight loss.
A
Which of the following is the most common form of sleep apnea? Obstructive Neurological Central Respiratory
A
Depending on how much you consume, the effects of caffeine can last at least 3.5 hours. 5.5 hours. 7.5 hours. 9.5 hours.
B
During REM sleep digestive processes speed up. the brain is active and dreams occur. body temperature drops. heart and breathing rates slow.
B
Hormonal factors, pain syndromes, and anxiety are factors that increase the prevalence of sleep difficulties in older adults versus middle-aged adults. women versus men. people who are obese versus people of normal weight. college students versus young people who are not attending college.
B
Sleep deprivation affects drivers by impairing vision and hearing. impairing motor skills and reaction time. increasing irritation, frustration, and potential road rage. making them drive more slowly and cautiously.
B
The release of which hormone induces drowsiness? Valerian Melatonin Relaxin Insulin
B
To prepare for an exam, Juan plans to stay up and study all night. According to research, this strategy will likely result in improved short-term memory. decreased cognitive skills. increased cognitive skills. improved long-term memory.
B
Which of the following brain structures has regions that function as the body's clock, regulating its circadian rhythm? pituitary gland hypothalamus pons cerebral cortex
B
High blood pressure is more common among people who get fewer than 5 hours of sleep per night. get fewer than 6 hours of sleep per night. get fewer than 7 hours of sleep per night. get fewer than 8 hours of sleep per night.
C
What percentage of the world's population experiences sleep deprivation significant enough to reduce their quality of life? 15 percent 30 percent 45 percent 60 percent
C
What role does natural light exposure during the day play in improving sleep? It prevents depression. It helps the body absorb vitamins. It helps to regulate circadian rhythm. It discourages napping during the day.
C
Which of the following wavelengths of light are thought to be particularly disruptive to sleep? Infrared White Blue Ultraviolet
C
A recent review of sleep medications found that the benefits outweigh the risks. the risks outweigh the benefits. the benefits are demonstrable whereas the risks are only a matter of conjecture. the benefits may be overstated whereas the risks may be underreported.
D
The sleep problem that involves having a difficult time getting to sleep or remaining asleep is known as sleep apnea. narcolepsy. sleepwalking. insomnia.
D
