True or false: Rest always means sleeping.
6 Sleep and Rest Online Quiz Questions
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A person wants help winding down at bedtime. Which approach best supports a regular sleep routine?
- A
Vary bedtime each night and use stimulating activities before bed.
- B
Keep a consistent sleep and wake schedule and choose a calming activity.
- C
Take a long late-day nap to make it easier to fall asleep.
What is the minimum amount of sleep per night that most adults need, expressed as a whole number of hours?
Adults ages 65 and older generally need about of sleep per night.
A caregiver is preparing a room for someone who may get up during the night. Which setup best supports both rest and safety?
- A
Turn off every light and leave belongings wherever they were placed.
- B
Reduce unnecessary noise and light, provide an accessible night-light, and clear pathways.
- C
Keep the room bright and move needed items out of reach.
True or false: A caregiver may start or change a person’s sleep supplements without consulting a health professional if the person is having trouble sleeping.
- A
True
- B
False
A person is having trouble sleeping. Which factors from their routine or surroundings could be contributing barriers? Select all that apply.
- A
Pain or physical discomfort
- B
Stress
- C
A consistent sleep and wake schedule
- D
Unfamiliar surroundings
- E
Caffeine late in the day
Three sleep disorders that may prevent restorative sleep are , , and .
What prescribed device may a person use for sleep apnea according to their care plan?
A resident often wakes at night because of discomfort and needing the bathroom. What is the best supportive step to take before bedtime?
- A
Tell the person to avoid asking for help during the night.
- B
Assume waking is an unavoidable part of aging and do not follow up.
- C
Ask about preferences, assist with toileting, and help the person settle comfortably.
A person is woken repeatedly at night. Which actions can help reduce avoidable interruptions while maintaining appropriate care? Select all that apply.
- A
Coordinate nighttime care tasks when it is safe and consistent with the care plan.
- B
Skip necessary care tasks so the person will not wake.
- C
Check comfort and safety without disturbing sleep unnecessarily.
- D
Reduce unnecessary noise and light.
A person continues to have difficulty sleeping and is markedly sleepy during the day. What should the caregiver do?
- A
Assume the symptoms are a normal part of aging and take no further action.
- B
Report persistent sleep problems or concerning symptoms to the care team for assessment.
- C
Recommend changing sleep medicines without consulting a health professional.
A resident wakes repeatedly at night. Describe a care plan that could support more restful sleep while maintaining safety, and explain when the caregiver should involve the care team.
At what age does the material identify the older-adult sleep range of about seven to nine hours as applying? Enter the age in years.
A person has enough opportunity to sleep but wakes often and does not feel refreshed. Which description best explains why their sleep may not be restful?
- A
Sleep that lasts a fixed number of hours, regardless of how the person feels
- B
Sleep that is sufficiently uninterrupted and refreshing
- C
Sleep that occurs only at the same time every night
- D
Sleep without any brief awakenings
A person has an irregular bedtime and often takes late naps. Which supportive approach best addresses these habits?
- A
Encourage a long late-afternoon nap to make up for lost sleep
- B
Recommend late-day caffeine to maintain a consistent bedtime
- C
Support a consistent sleep and wake schedule and limit late naps
- D
Suggest changing the sleep schedule each day to increase flexibility
A person sometimes gets up after waking at night. Which room setup best supports both rest and safe movement?
- A
Reduce unnecessary noise and light, make the path clear, and provide an accessible night-light
- B
Keep the room completely dark and move needed items out of reach
- C
Leave the room temperature uncomfortable so the person stays alert
- D
Add noise at bedtime to mask all other sounds
Give one descriptor for the sleep-and-wake schedule recommended as part of a regular wind-down routine.
Before helping someone establish a bedtime routine, what should a caregiver do first?
- A
Set the same bedtime for everyone, regardless of their usual routine
- B
Use the caregiver's preferred bedtime routine without asking
- C
Avoid asking about cultural preferences because routines should be standardized
- D
Ask about the person's usual sleep times and what helps them relax
True or false: If a resident’s pain remains uncontrolled after ordered relief, the caregiver should report the symptoms to the care team.
- A
True
- B
False