A nurse is preparing an educational seminar on sleep deprivation. Which of the following should the nurse include in the teaching?
Explanation & Rationale
A. Bruxism (teeth grinding) is a sleep-related movement disorder that is often associated with stress, anxiety, or sleep disturbances, not weight gain. Including this statement would be misleading in the context of sleep deprivation complications. B. Somnambulism, or sleepwalking, can be triggered or worsened by sleep deprivation and chronic fatigue. Lack of adequate sleep disrupts normal sleep cycles, particularly deep non-REM sleep, increasing the risk of arousal disorders such as sleepwalking. This is a relevant complication to include in teaching about the effects of insufficient sleep. C. Enuresis (bedwetting) is primarily seen in children, particularly under the age of 7, and is rarely a concern in middle-aged adults. Including this statement would be inaccurate for a seminar on sleep deprivation in adults.