How does chloral hydrate compare with other prescription agents in terms of its effect on REM sleep?
a. Like barbiturates, it suppresses REM sleep.
b. Unlike barbiturates, it suppresses REM sleep.
c. Like benzodiazepines, it does not suppress REM sleep.
d. It affects REM sleep more than phenobarbital.
ANS: C
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A Incorrect: Chloral hydrate does not suppress REM sleep.
B Incorrect: Barbiturates do suppress REM sleep.
C Correct: Neither chloral hydrate nor benzodiazepines suppress REM sleep.
D Incorrect: This is a false statement.
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