A nurse is preparing a presentation on sleep disorders for a community group. Which of the following would the nurse include when explaining the differences between narcolepsy and obstructive sleep apnea syndrome?
A) "Symptoms of both disorders are essentially the same, so it is difficult to differentiate between the two disorders."
B) "People with narcolepsy awaken from a nap feeling rested and replenished, but those with obstructive sleep apnea do not."
C) "People with obstructive sleep apnea syndrome can experience temporary paralysis with naps."
D) "Naps are not recommended for clients with narcolepsy because of their association with severe loss of muscle tone."
B
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