The parents of a boy 10 years of age are worried about his sleepwalking (somnambulism). What topic should the nurse discuss with the parents?
A) Sleep deprivation
B) Privacy
C) Schoolwork
D) Safety
Ans: D
Somnambulism (sleepwalking) is a parasomnia, a pattern of waking behaviour that appears during sleep. It is more commonly seen in children and is commonly outgrown before adulthood. Safety and prevention of injury are paramount concerns.
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