10 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of insomnia?
Exercising regularly
What should be avoided in older individuals when treating insomnia?
Long-acting benzodiazepines
What should be part of patient education and treatments for insomnia?
Avoiding alcohol, caffeine, and nicotine
How can benzodiazepine receptor agonist tolerance and physical dependence be avoided?
Using low-dose therapy for the shortest possible duration
What sleep disorder is mentioned in the text?
Insomnia
Which of the following is NOT a common cause of insomnia?
Regular exercise
What is a recommended practice for good sleep hygiene?
Relaxing before bedtime
Why should long-acting benzodiazepines be avoided in older individuals?
They have a higher risk of side effects
How can benzodiazepine receptor agonist tolerance and physical dependence be avoided?
Using low-dose therapy for the shortest possible duration
Which chapter in the Schwinghammer Handbook should be referred to for information on insomnia?
Chapter 70
Test your knowledge on common causes of insomnia and other sleep disorders with this quiz based on Chapter 92 of "Pharmacotherapy: A Pathophysiologic Approach, 12th Edition."
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