Which of the following occur during REM sleep stages? (Select all that apply.)
a. Vital signs remain at basal levels.
b. Dreams occur.
c. Myocardial infarction often occurs.
d. Sweating or shivering is common.
e. Growth hormone is released.
B, C
The sympathetic nervous system predominates during REM sleep. Vital signs remain at basal levels, sweating or shivering commonly occurs with extreme temperature changes, and releases of growth hormone are parasympathetic nervous system responses.
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