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Non‐REM (specifically slow‐wave), sleep

A) REM Sleep
B) NREM Sleep
C) Deep Sleep
D) Dream Sleep

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Non-REM slow-wave sleep is associated with both NREM Sleep and Deep Sleep, characterized by low frequency, high amplitude delta waves, and significant slowing of heart rate and respiration.

Step-by-step explanation:

Non-REM sleep, specifically slow-wave sleep, is best described as NREM Sleep and Deep Sleep. This stage of sleep is characterized by low frequency (less than 3 Hz), high amplitude delta waves. These are the delta waves with the lowest frequency and highest amplitude seen in our sleeping brain wave patterns. During deep sleep, an individual's heart rate and respiration slow significantly, making it much more difficult to awaken the person.

By contrast, REM sleep, or Rapid Eye Movement sleep, is where dreams typically occur, with brain wave patterns that closely resemble wakefulness and is marked by the rapid darting movements of the eyes. REM sleep is when the body experiences muscle paralysis except for the muscles that facilitate breathing and circulation, thus no voluntary muscle movements occur.

In summary, the correct association for non-REM slow-wave sleep is both B) NREM Sleep and C) Deep Sleep.

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