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Most people can adjust to regularly sleeping less than 7 hours without negative consequences.
True
False
Researchers report people tend to recognize when they are too sleep-deprived to function adequately.
True
False
Performance impairments after being awake 17 hours or more are similar to impairments due to alcohol intoxication.
True
False
Which interval for rest breaks during work shifts is associated with reduced risk for errors and accidents?
Every 2 hours
Every 4 hours
Every 6 hours
What nap length will increase alertness?
20 minute nap
1.5 hour nap
All the above
Which of the following could be due to lack of sleep?
Feeling irritable and angry with coworkers
Overwhelming sleepiness while working
Laughing inappropriately during a medical emergency
All the above
Individual differences in the ability to perform when sleep deprived are theorized to be due to which of the following?
Training and longer experience with getting less sleep
Motivation
Professionalism
A person's traits or sensitivity to sleep loss
Which of the following is the best action to take while driving if you are yawning and having trouble keeping your eyes open and head up?
Put the windows down in the winter or turn up the air conditioner in other seasons
Stop driving as soon as possible, take caffeine and a short nap
Pinch your leg or move your legs to help you stay awake
Talk to someone on the cell phone
Which of the following is the LEAST effective strategy that workers can use to increase their alertness?
Eat a candy bar
Work in a brightly lit area or go outside in sunlight
Promote sleep quality by having a comfortable bed and pillow and preparing oneself for sleep
Take a short nap
Which is the most effective action to prepare for sleep and help you get good-quality sleep?
Watch the television in bed
Look at the computer within an hour of bedtime
Have a very dark, quiet, cool room with comfortable bed
Drink 4 ounces of wine before bedtime