Asked by Bansari Patel on Jul 20, 2024
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Five-year-old Mike has had an exciting evening opening birthday presents.He has just gone to bed 2 hours later than normal and has recently eaten a lot of cake and ice cream.Which of the following problems is Mike at risk for during the night?
A) Night terrors
B) Nightmares
C) Sleepwalking
D) Sleeptalking
Night Terrors
Intense episodes of fear that occur during sleep, typically in children, characterized by screaming, thrashing, and a difficulty in fully awakening.
Birthday Presents
Gifts given to someone to celebrate the anniversary of their birth, often accompanied by a celebration.
Exciting
Describes experiences, events, or activities that stimulate enthusiasm, interest, or adrenaline in participants or observers.
- Acquire knowledge about the significance and characteristics of sleep habits in early childhood.
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Nitin SharmaJul 26, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Eating sugary foods like cake and ice cream close to bedtime can disrupt sleep and increase the likelihood of nightmares due to fluctuations in blood sugar levels.
Learning Objectives
- Acquire knowledge about the significance and characteristics of sleep habits in early childhood.