Asked by fatahia nasrin on May 16, 2024
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A person is prescribed lorazepam 2 mg PO bid as needed for anxiety. When the person takes this medication, which change in sleep is anticipated? The patient will
A) have fewer dreams.
B) have less slow-wave sleep.
C) experience extended sleep latency.
D) enter sleep through REM sleep.
Lorazepam
A benzodiazepine medication used to treat anxiety disorders, insomnia, and for sedation purposes before surgeries.
Slow-Wave Sleep
A deep sleep stage characterized by slow brain waves, important for restorative sleep and memory consolidation.
REM Sleep
A stage of sleep characterized by rapid eye movements, vivid dreaming, and increased brain activity.
- Understand the connection between drug use and patterns of sleep.
Verified Answer
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Shaira DelimaMay 22, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Lorazepam is a benzodiazepine, which reduces slow-wave sleep. REM sleep would likely increase. Persons with narcolepsy often enter sleep through REM.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the connection between drug use and patterns of sleep.
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