Do you ever wonder if someone is truly asleep? Maybe you're trying to decide whether to wake them up or not. There are a few telltale signs that can help you tell.
1. Breathing
One of the most obvious signs that someone is asleep is their breathing. When you're asleep, your breathing becomes slower and more regular. You may also notice that their chest is rising and falling more slowly.
Benefit | How to do |
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Easier to wake up | Gently shake the person or call their name |
Less likely to disturb the person | Avoid making loud noises or sudden movements |
2. Eye movement
When you're falling asleep, your eyes will start to move slowly. This is called nystagmus. Once you're asleep, your eyes will stop moving altogether.
Benefit | How to do |
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Can indicate the depth of sleep | Rapid eye movement (REM) sleep is associated with dreaming |
Can help you avoid waking the person up | Wait until the person's eyes have stopped moving before waking them |
3. Muscle relaxation
When you're asleep, your muscles will relax. This can make it difficult to move or speak. You may also notice that the person's head is drooping or that their limbs are lying limply at their sides.
Benefit | How to do |
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Can help prevent the person from falling | If the person's head is drooping, gently support it |
Can make it easier to move the person | If the person needs to be moved, lift them gently |
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