CHC CHC Sleep Health & Recovery

Question 1

How many hours of sleep per night does the American Academy of Sleep Medicine recommend for adults?

Accepted Answer

7–9 hours

Answer

5–6 hours

Answer

9–11 hours

Answer

6–7 hours

Question 2

Which hormone is primarily responsible for regulating the sleep-wake cycle?

Accepted Answer

Melatonin

Answer

Cortisol

Answer

Serotonin

Answer

Estrogen

Question 3

A client reports difficulty falling asleep due to racing thoughts. Which evidence-based technique should a health coach first recommend?

Accepted Answer

Progressive muscle relaxation before bed

Answer

Prescription sleep medication

Answer

Sleep restriction therapy

Answer

Sleeping in on weekends

Question 4

What does 'sleep hygiene' refer to in health coaching?

Accepted Answer

Behavioral and environmental practices that promote consistent, quality sleep

Answer

Keeping bedding clean and washed

Answer

Using a CPAP device nightly

Answer

Taking herbal supplements before bed

Question 5

Which sleep stage is most associated with physical restoration, immune function, and hormone release?

Accepted Answer

Stage 3 NREM (slow-wave sleep)

Answer

REM sleep

Answer

Stage 1 NREM

Answer

Stage 2 NREM

Question 6

A client works night shifts and struggles with daytime sleep. As a health coach, which strategy is MOST appropriate to recommend?

Accepted Answer

Suggest blackout curtains, earplugs, and a consistent daytime sleep schedule

Answer

Advise the client to quit night work immediately

Answer

Recommend nightly alcohol use to fall asleep faster

Answer

Prescribe a sleep medication regimen