Question

in order to develop good sleep hygiene, one should strive to do all of the following except ______.
a. exercise right before bed
b. avoid caffeine before bedtime
c. avoid food at least an hour before sleep
d. establish a sleep - friendly environment
please select the best answer from the choices provided
○ a
○ b
○ c
○ d

Explanation:

To determine the answer, we analyze each option in the context of good sleep hygiene:

• Option B: Avoiding caffeine before bedtime is a standard sleep - hygiene practice as caffeine is a stimulant that can disrupt sleep.
• Option C: Avoiding food at least an hour before sleep is a good practice. Eating close to bedtime can cause discomfort and indigestion, interfering with sleep.
• Option D: Establishing a sleep - friendly environment (e.g., dark, quiet, cool) is a key part of sleep hygiene.
• Option A: Exercising right before bed is not a good sleep - hygiene practice. Exercise increases alertness and body temperature, which can make it harder to fall asleep. So, in the context of "do all of the following except", the answer is A.

Answer:

A. exercise right before bed