The nurse is discussing lack of sleep with a middle-aged adult.The nurse recognizes that insomnia in this age group is commonly due to
A) Anxiety.
B) Teenagers keeping them awake.
C) Caring for pets.
D) Late night television.

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During middle adulthood,the total time spent sleeping at night begins to decline.Anxiety,depression,and illness can affect sleep,and women can experience menopausal symptoms.Insomnia is common because of the changes and stresses associated with middle age.Teenagers,caring for pets,and late night television can influence the amount of sleep; however,these are not the most common causes of insomnia in this age group.

The Nurse Is Discussing Lack of Sleep with a Middle-Aged