Question 1

Which of the following statements about sleep disorders is TRUE?

Accepted Answer

Sleep disorders are conditions that interrupt normal patterns of sleep.

Question 2

A college student reports difficulty falling asleep, frequent waking during the night, and feeling tired during the day. Which sleep disorder is most likely affecting this student?

Accepted Answer

Insomnia

Question 3

Which of the following is a recommended treatment for Sleep Apnea?

Accepted Answer

Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP)

Question 4

Restless Leg Syndrome is best managed by which of the following strategies?

Accepted Answer

Decreasing alcohol consumption

Question 5

Narcolepsy is characterized by which of the following symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Sudden loss of voluntary muscle tone called cataplexy

Question 6

Which sleep disorder is most commonly associated with interrupted breathing during sleep?

Accepted Answer

Sleep Apnea

Question 7

A person experiences an urge to move their legs, especially at night, which disrupts their sleep. Which disorder are they most likely experiencing?

Accepted Answer

Restless Leg Syndrome

Question 8

Which of the following is NOT a recommended strategy for managing insomnia?

Accepted Answer

Using CPAP devices

Question 9

If a person’s sleep disorder is caused by a disruption in their circadian rhythm, which disorder are they most likely experiencing?

Accepted Answer

Insomnia

Question 10

Which of the following treatments is most appropriate for someone with narcolepsy?

Accepted Answer

Medication

Question 11

A student is unable to fall asleep due to anxiety about an upcoming exam. Which coping strategy is most likely to help?

Accepted Answer

Try a method that calms the nervous system

Question 12

Which of the following is FALSE regarding sleep disorders?

Accepted Answer

All sleep disorders have permanent cures.

Question 13

Which sleep disorder is most likely to cause excessive daytime sleepiness due to sudden sleep attacks?

Accepted Answer

Narcolepsy

Question 14

Which of the following is a common misconception about sleep apnea?

Accepted Answer

It only affects older adults.

Question 15

A person uses warm compresses, stretching, and reduces alcohol consumption to help with sleep. Which disorder are they most likely managing?

Accepted Answer

Restless Leg Syndrome

Question 16

Which of the following is a multi-step approach to managing insomnia?

Accepted Answer

Practice sleep hygiene and use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Question 17

If $60\%$ of college students report having sleep issues, and there are 10,000 students at a university, how many students are likely affected?

Accepted Answer

$6,000$

Question 18

Which sleep disorder is most likely to be treated with both medication and lifestyle changes?

Accepted Answer

Narcolepsy

Question 19

A person with sleep apnea is prescribed a CPAP device. What is the primary function of this device?

Accepted Answer

To provide continuous positive airway pressure during sleep

Question 20

Which of the following best describes the relationship between sleep disorders and overall health?

Accepted Answer

Sleep disorders can negatively affect both physical and mental health.

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