Asked by Sydney Henke on May 26, 2024
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Caleb wants to become a fighter pilot.Which sleep disorder would most likely make him ineligible to fly fighter planes
A) somnambulism
B) narcolepsy
C) sleep apnea
D) pseudoinsomnia
Narcolepsy
A continuous sleep problem distinguished by overpowering sleepiness in daytime and sudden sleep incidents.
Fighter Pilot
A military aviator trained to engage in air-to-air combat while in the cockpit of a fighter aircraft.
Ineligible
Not meeting the necessary requirements or qualifications to be selected or to participate.
- Determine and understand the spectrum of sleep syndromes and their symptoms.
Verified Answer
AN
Angela NistorJun 01, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Narcolepsy, characterized by sudden and uncontrollable episodes of deep sleep, would most likely disqualify someone from becoming a fighter pilot due to the potential danger of falling asleep while flying.
Learning Objectives
- Determine and understand the spectrum of sleep syndromes and their symptoms.