Asked by Turki Alrashaid on Apr 27, 2024

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For the past two weeks,Cameron has been taking a mild sedative to help him fall asleep.What is he likely to experience over time

A)  He will need to take a larger dose in order to fall asleep because, over time, sedatives become less effective. 
B)  He can take less of the drug because the effects of sedatives tend to be cumulative. 
C)  He will spend more of the night dreaming than he did without the sedative. 
D)  After two weeks his insomnia should be cured, and he can stop using the sedative.

Sedatives

Substances that induce sedation by reducing irritability or excitement, often used for calming the nervous system or inducing sleep.

Insomnia

A sleep disorder characterized by difficulty falling and/or staying asleep, affecting physical and mental health.

Mild Sedative

A type of medication or substance that has a calming effect on the central nervous system, often used to help with relaxation or to induce sleep.

  • Identify the effects of substances and medications on the quality and patterns of sleep.
  • Acquire knowledge about how sleep routines influence cognitive abilities and physical condition.
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Amanda ScottApr 29, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Over time, the body can develop a tolerance to sedatives, making them less effective at the current dosage. This can cause individuals to need a larger dose to achieve the same effect.