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Why Am I So Tired? Trivia Quiz

Most adults experience unusual fatigue or sleepiness at some point in their life; this quiz is about some of the major causes and treatments.

A multiple-choice quiz by wjames. Estimated time: 3 mins.

Author
wjames

Time
3 mins

Type
Multiple Choice

Quiz #
365,900

Updated
Dec 03 21

# Qns
10

Difficulty
Average

Avg Score
8 / 10

Plays
1766

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Top 20% Quiz

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Question 1 of 10

1. Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of sleep deprivation? Hint

Feeling drowsy during the day

Macrosleeps

Falling asleep within 5 minutes of bedtime

Microsleeps

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Question 2 of 10

2. Which sleep disorder is divided into two categories: sleep onset, where the person takes more than 30 minutes to fall asleep and sleep maintenance, where the person falls asleep but wakens throughout the night or for prolonged periods of time? Hint

Sleep popnea

Indigestion

Insomnia

Sleep apnea

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Question 3 of 10

3. Which sleep disorder is characterized by an interruption in breathing during sleep? Hint

Sleep popnea

Stertor

Snoring

Sleep apnea

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Question 4 of 10

4. In which sleep disorder do patients have difficulty falling asleep due to an inability to get into a comfortable position and an urge to move? Hint

Jack-Rabbit Leg

Periodic Leg Movement

Restless Leg Syndrome

Morpheum Tremens

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Question 5 of 10

5. Which sleep disorder is a disease of the central nervous system that causes excessive daytime sleep? Hint

Somnambulism

Somatic epilepsy

Hypomelatonism

Narcolepsy

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Question 6 of 10

6. Sleepwalking generally occurs in children and adolescents. Although not a serious disorder, what is the most serious threat to sleepwalkers? Hint

Being awakened while sleepwalking

Driving while sleepwalking

Confusion upon awakening

Injury by objects or falling

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Question 7 of 10

7. Almost everyone has nightmares and about 5% of the population complain of regular, disruptive nightmares. Which disorder, common among survivors of violent crime and combat, has recurring nightmares as one of its 17 symptoms? Hint

Combat Fatigue

Associative Dysplasia

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Stockholm Syndrome

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Question 8 of 10

8. Treatment for sleep disorders usually includes practicing good sleep hygiene. This requires you to avoid all of the following before bedtime EXCEPT: Hint

Water

Caffeine

Strenuous exercise

Nicotine

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Question 9 of 10

9. Which profession, which routinely crosses many time zones and is required to be awake at times both day and night, has a very high incidence of sleep disorders? Hint

Astronauts

Ships' captains

Train conductors

Airline pilots

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Question 10 of 10

10. Which popular diet supplement is a chemical that is released by the brain to induce sleep? Hint

Melanin

Melatonin

Ginko Biloba

Leptin Hormone

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Quiz Answer Key and Fun Facts

1. Which of the following is NOT a sign or symptom of sleep deprivation?

Answer: Macrosleeps

The U.S. National Institutes of Health says that average adults need 7-9 hours of sleep a night. Lack of sufficient quality sleep can lead to drowsiness during the day, rapidly falling asleep and "microsleeps" or short bursts of sleep in a person that is otherwise awake - while reading, driving, etc.

Answer: Insomnia

Insomnia occurs in 30-50% of the population, with 10% suffering chronic insomnia. Because there is no set amount of sleep a person should get, there is no fixed number of hours of sleep that defines insomnia.

3. Which sleep disorder is characterized by an interruption in breathing during sleep?

Answer: Sleep apnea

Sleep apnea has two main causes. In Central Sleep Apnea (CSA), either the brain fails to send a signal to breathe or the respiratory muscles don't make the effort. In Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA), the airways are obstructed, usually by the soft tissues of the mouth and throat.

4. In which sleep disorder do patients have difficulty falling asleep due to an inability to get into a comfortable position and an urge to move?

Answer: Restless Leg Syndrome

Restless Leg Syndrome has been described as tingling, pins and needles, pulling etc., but not usually as cramping. RLS is most common in the first hour of attempted sleep. Periodic Leg Movement occurs during sleep and can disturb sleep when the amount of movement causes increased brain activity. People can suffer from both RLS and PLM, but they are different disorders.

5. Which sleep disorder is a disease of the central nervous system that causes excessive daytime sleep?

Answer: Narcolepsy

Narcolepsy can include symptoms such as hallucinations, the inability to talk or walk and cataplexy, the loss of muscle tone. Sufferers may also carry out certain actions without being aware of it, while appearing to be awake.

6. Sleepwalking generally occurs in children and adolescents. Although not a serious disorder, what is the most serious threat to sleepwalkers?

Answer: Injury by objects or falling

Injuries from running into objects or falling are the main threat to sleepwalkers. It is not dangerous to wake a sleepwalker, but they may be severely confused for a few moments after waking. "Sleepwalking" includes any complex activity while sleeping; there have been some (rare) reports of sleepwalkers driving.

Answer: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Various studies show that 50-95% of those with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) suffer frequent disturbing nightmares. One treatment for nightmares is Imagery Rehearsal Therapy (IRT), where the person, while awake, repeatedly imagines a different, non-upsetting ending to their typical nightmares.

8. Treatment for sleep disorders usually includes practicing good sleep hygiene. This requires you to avoid all of the following before bedtime EXCEPT:

Answer: Water

Water, in moderation, won't disturb your sleep while the others likely will. Sleep hygiene also calls for using the bed only for sleep and sex - no prolonged watching TV, reading, lounging, etc.

9. Which profession, which routinely crosses many time zones and is required to be awake at times both day and night, has a very high incidence of sleep disorders?

Answer: Airline pilots

Airline pilots often experience changing periods of light and darkness during a day, and have difficulty sleeping in accordance with the natural circadian rhythm. This leads to frequent and often severe fatigue - the main reason there are so many regulations about flight crew rest and working hours.

10. Which popular diet supplement is a chemical that is released by the brain to induce sleep?

Answer: Melatonin

Melatonin is a hormone produced by the pineal gland. It regulates cycles of wakefulness and sleep, and some sufferers of insomnia take dietary supplements. One should consult with a physician before taking melatonin or any dietary supplement.

Source: Author wjames

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