Asked by makell wallace on Jul 20, 2024
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Jorge is in stage 2 sleep. Which of the following is he likely to show during this stage?
A) sleep spindles
B) K complexes
C) REM
D) both a and b
Sleep Spindles
Brief bursts of brain activity detectable in EEG recordings during stage 2 of non-REM sleep, associated with learning, memory consolidation, and protection of sleep.
Stage 2 Sleep
A part of the sleep cycle characterized as the first actual stage of non-REM sleep, involving slowing heart rate and brainwaves, and preparation for deep sleep.
K Complexes
Specific brainwave patterns observed during stage 2 sleep, characterized by a brief surge of high voltage brain activity.
- Recognize the characteristics and significance of different sleep stages, including REM sleep.
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the characteristics and significance of different sleep stages, including REM sleep.
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