Which is FALSE concerning circadian rhythm disruptions?
A. To reduce the effects of jet lag, some doctors try to manipulate the biological clock with a technique called light therapy. They expose people to special lights, many times brighter than ordinary household light, for several hours near the time the subjects want to go to sleep.
B. Shift workers have an increased risk of heart problems, digestive disturbances, and emotional and mental problems, as well as an increase in workplace accidents.
C. One study also found that medical interns working on the night shift are twice as likely as others to misinterpret hospital test records, which could endanger their patients.
D. It may be possible to reduce shift-related fatigue by using bright lights in the workplace, minimizing shift changes, and taking scheduled naps.
Answer: A. To reduce the effects of jet lag, some doctors try to manipulate the biological clock with a technique called light therapy. They expose people to special lights, many times brighter than ordinary household light, for several hours near the time the subjects want to go to sleep.
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