23 Questions
What is the primary benefit of identifying OSA in patients?
To provide life-changing or life-saving benefits
What is the term for the repeated cessation of air flow for at least 10 seconds due to upper airway obstruction?
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
What percentage of refractive hypertensives have OSA?
80%
What is the significance of the connection between TMD and OSA?
It is a significant challenge in diagnosing OSA
What is the correlation between obesity and type II diabetes in patients with OSA?
90%
Why is patient compliance with OSA treatment important?
It is as important as medication compliance for hypertension
What is the term for Respiratory Effort Related Arousal, typically characterized by heavy snoring?
RERA
What is the purpose of assessing the Mallampati score in patients?
To evaluate the risk of sleep-disordered breathing
What is the term for a pause in breathing that lasts for at least 10 seconds?
Apnea
What is the typical range of oxygen saturation in healthy individuals?
96-98%
What is the primary role of a general dentist in sleep-disordered breathing?
To identify and refer patients with suspected sleep disorders
What is the term for a partial flow limitation with at least a 3% decrease in oxygen saturation?
Hypopnea
What is the purpose of the Epworth Sleepiness Questionnaire?
To measure daytime sleepiness
What is the recommended course of action if a patient scores above 9 on the Epworth Sleepiness Questionnaire?
Seek medical advice for OSA
What is the definition of apnea?
A complete stop of breathing for ten seconds or more
What is the purpose of a polysomnography sleep study?
To diagnose OSA
What is the definition of hypopnea?
A restriction of airflow of at least 30% or more for 10 seconds or more
What is the next step in the patient path after referral to a sleep specialist?
Sleep specialist diagnosis: snoring, apnea, CPAP or Oral Therapy
What is the typical time frame for the Follow Up for Symptoms Review and Initial Calibration/Titration/Home Sleep Testing in the Seattle Protocol?
2-4 weeks
Who is associated with the Spear Institute and the AIRWAY protocol?
Dr. Jeff Rouse
What is the title of the book written by DeWitt C. Wilkerson, DMD?
The Dramatic Movement Toward Health-Centered Dentistry
What is the title of the journal where the article 'The Association of Tongue Scalloping With Obstructive Sleep Apnea and Related Sleep Pathology' was published?
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery
Who are the authors of the book 'Motivational Interviewing in Health Care'?
Stephen Rollnick, PhD, and William Miller, PhD
Evaluate the importance of identifying Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) and its general health effects. Learn basic sleep terminology and how to screen for OSA, as well as treatment paths for patients. Part of the Occlusion course.
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