What changes in sleep patterns are often seen in older adults? (Select all that apply.)
a. Inability to sleep throughout the night
b. Sleeping soundly all night
c. Increase in the number of hours asleep at night
d. Difficulty in arousing from deep sleep
e. Waking up early
ANS: A, E
The older adult has a decreased number of hours of sleep, wakes early, and rarely sleeps soundly.
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