An older client is discussing problems he has when sleeping. Which of the following statements about sleep and the older adult is correct?
A) An older person does not have as much deep sleep as a younger person.
B) Normally, a person should not awaken more than once during the night.
C) The need for sleep decreases with age.
D) Disrupted sleep is not associated with depression.
A
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