Risky Business
Sleepless in Seattle
Dr. Sleep
Sleeping Beauty
Sleepy Hollow
100

People who use this CNS stimulant have more difficulty falling asleep and are more easily aroused.

What is nicotine?

100
An inability to regulate sleep-wake cycles.
What is narcolepsy?
100
Class of sedative/hypnotics that may cause an unpleasant taste in the mouth.
What are benzodiazepines (ie. diazepam, alprazolam, lorazepam)?
100
Decreased noise, cool temperature, clean linens and clothes, and dim lights or darkness.
What is a restful environment/ environment that promotes sleep and rest?
100
Effects of lost sleep on pain.
What is increased sensitivity to pain?
200

The consumption of this and its effects on sleep will vary from person to person, however, it does inhibit adenosine.

What is caffeine?

200
Nocturnal enuresis
What is bedwetting or nighttime incontinence?
200
Medications that may be used to treat Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS).
What are neuroleptic agents, anticonvulsants and medications to treat Parkinson's disease?
200
Combination of nutrients recommended for bed time snacks.
What are carbohydrates and proteins?
200
The effect of sleep deprivation on epilepsy.
What are increased number, length of time, and intensity of seizures?
300

Consumption of this nutrient near bedtime may disrupt sleep.

What is saturated fat?

300
Grinding and clenching of the teeth during sleep.
What is bruxism?
300
Category of drugs used to promote sleep that may put older adults at risk for daytime sleepiness and dizziness.
What are tricyclic antidepressants (ie. amitriptyline, doxepin)?
300
Relaxing each muscle independently and progressing from head to toe.
What is progressive muscle relaxation?
300
The effects of sleep deprivation on glucose control.
What is insulin resistance/ glucose intolerance?
400

Consumption may make it difficult to fall asleep or cause spontaneous waking with difficulty returning to sleep. Can also induce nocturia.

What is alcohol?

400
Uncontrollable movement of legs while resting or before sleep.
What is Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS)?
400
OTC medication that may be a risk for pts on blood thinners.
What is melatonin?
400
Going to bed at the same time and performing the same activities before bed every night.
What is a bed time routine/ritual?
400
Loss of sleep and rest prevent a post-operative pt from being able to appropriately do this.
What is heal and repair?
500

Amount of time prior to sleep in which physical activity may disrupt sleep.

What is less than 1-2 hours?

500
Interruption of breathing during sleep.
What is sleep apnea?
500
Category of sedative/hypnotic drugs that has greatest risk of rebound insomnia and dependency and tolerance in older adults?
What are benzodiazepines (ie. diazepam, alprazolam, lorazepam)?
500
Reason to avoid electronics before bed or when having difficulty sleeping.
What is bluelight that stimulate the brain and cause wakefulness?
500
Effects of sleep deprivation on cognition?
What is impaired memory, inability to concentrate and/or learn?
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