Sleep-wake patterns often change in older adults. All of the following are considered changes EXCEPT
A) circadian rhythms change.
B) changes in the organization of sleep stages.
C) less synchronous Stage 2 EEG activity.
D) decreases in total sleep time.
E) increases in the length of REM periods.

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The statement "All of the following are considered changes EXCEPT" implies that one of the listed changes is NOT a change that occurs in older adults. Out of the five options, the only one that is not considered a change in sleep-wake patterns in older adults is E, increases in the length of REM periods. Therefore, the answer is E.

Sleep-Wake Patterns Often Change in Older Adults