Sleep Stages
What does REM stand for
Rapid Eye Movement
How long is a full sleep cycle for 2-3 year olds
60 minutes
How many total hours does a newborn sleep per day
16 hours
According to the AAP, babies should always sleep on their
Back
What does SUIDS stand for
Sudden Unexpected Infant Death
Which sleep stage is associated with dreaming
REM sleep
How long is a typical adult sleep cycle
90 minutes
A 3-month-old sleeps about how many total hours at night
9-10 hours
What does the "A" in the ABC safe Sleep method stand for
Alone
SIDS occurs during
Sleep
Which type of sleep has 3 stages with different brain wave patterns
NREM sleep
Who spends more time in REM sleep- infants or adults
Infants
A 6-month-old typical sleeps how many total hours
14-15 hours
What sleep surface is recommended for infants
A crib with a firm mattress and fitted sheet
What does SIDS stand for
Sudden Infant Death Syndrome
What important process happens during REM sleep that helps learning
Memory Consolidation
Newborns cannot distinguish and
Day and Night
A 9-month-old usually gets how many hours of daytime sleep
3 hours
True or False: Co-Sleeping (bed sharing) is safe
False
True or False: SIDS always has a clear medical cause
False
True or False: Brain waves during REM sleep look similar to someone who is awake
True
How many sleep cycles does an adult typical have per night
8 cycles
During what age group are nap times very crucial
1 year old
How long does the AAP recommended room sharing
6 months
What is one possible explanation for SIDS- in your notes
The body may fail to regulate physical functions