The nurse is teaching parents of preschool children consequences of inadequate sleep. What should the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)

Question

a. Behavior changes
b. Increased appetite
c. Difficulty concentrating
d. Poor control of emotions
e. Impaired learning ability

Answer 1

ANS: A, C, D, E
Consequences of inadequate sleep include daytime tiredness, behavior changes, hyperactivity, difficulty concentrating, impaired learning ability, poor control of emotions and impulses, and strain on family relationships. Increased appetite is not a consequence of inadequate sleep.