Sleep Basics
What is the body's internal 24-hour clock that regulates sleep and wakefulness?
Circadian rhythms
What sleep disorder involves difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep?
Insomnia
What stage of sexual development is characterized by increased peer influence, identity exploration, and interest in relationships?
Adolescence
What contraceptive method helps reduce the transmission of sexually transmitted infections (STIs)?
Condoms
What is one environmental change a nurse can make to promote sleep in the hospital?
Reduce noise, dim lights, and cluster care.
How many hours of sleep are generally recommended for adults?
7-9 hours
What sleep disorder involves repeated pauses in breathing during sleep?
Sleep apnea
True or False: Sexuality and the need for intimacy disappear in older adulthood.
FALSE
What permanent male contraceptive procedure involves cutting or blocking the vas deferens?
Vasectomy
What type of communication should nurses use when discussing sexual health with patients?
Open, respectful, nonjudgmental communication
Name one common effect of sleep deprivation.
Fatigue, irritability, poor concentration, or impaired judgment
What sleep disorder causes excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks?
Narcolepsy
What hormonal change during menopause can contribute to vaginal dryness?
Decreased estrogen
True or False: A person can have an STI without experiencing symptoms.
TRUE.
A nurse implements interventions to improve a patient's sleep. What information would best help determine whether the interventions were effective?
The patient's reported sleep quality, duration, and frequency of nighttime awakenings.
What is one common habit that can interfere with sleep?
Late caffeine use, screen time before bed, or long daytime naps
What device is commonly used to keep the airway open in patients with obstructive sleep apnea?
CPAP
Name one factor that can influence an adolescent's sexual decisions.
Peers, social media, personal values, or relationships
What type of contraception is a diaphragm?
Barrier method
A patient reports decreased sexual functioning following a recent illness. What two factors should the nurse investigate before developing a plan of care?
The effects of the illness and any medications that may contribute to sexual dysfunction.
A patient reports difficulty sleeping because of stress. What is one non-medication strategy that could help?
A relaxing bedtime routine, such as reading, deep breathing, or soft music
What is the term for a sudden loss of muscle tone that may occur in patients with narcolepsy?
Cataplexy
How should a nurse respond when a parent expresses concern about their young child's curiosity about body parts?
Explain that age-appropriate body curiosity is a normal part of development and encourage teaching privacy and boundaries.
Name two classes of medications that may interfere with sexual functioning.
Antihypertensives and antidepressants.
A patient receives a prescribed sleep medication before bedtime. What is one important nursing safety intervention?
Implement fall precautions and assist the patient when getting out of bed.