Cho, a 51-year-old woman, is complaining of insomnia. She says she has trouble getting to sleep because her temperature is off, and when she does fall asleep, her partner says she snores loudly. Cho is likely experiencing insomnia as a result of

a) menopause.
b) stress.
Consider This: This affects women only.
LO 2.3: Discuss changes in physical behavior like decline of stamina, dexterity, and balance; changes in sleep habits and sexual functioning
c) lifestyle factors.
Consider This: This affects women only.
LO 2.3: Discuss changes in physical behavior like decline of stamina, dexterity, and balance; changes in sleep habits and sexual functioning
d) genetic disposition.
Consider This: This affects women only.
LO 2.3: Discuss changes in physical behavior like decline of stamina, dexterity, and balance; changes in sleep habits and sexual functioning

ANS: a

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