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What is the most recommended treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)?
What is the most recommended treatment for obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)?
- Smoking cessation and alcohol reduction
- Continuous positive air pressure (CPAP) (correct)
- Weight loss program
- Sleeping on the back
Which of the following is NOT a common obstruction noted in clients with OSA?
Which of the following is NOT a common obstruction noted in clients with OSA?
- Diminished brain wave patterns (correct)
- Enlarged tonsils
- Inactive tongue
- Obesity
What is the primary cause of narcolepsy with cataplexy (NT1)?
What is the primary cause of narcolepsy with cataplexy (NT1)?
- Dysfunctional autonomic nervous system
- Genetic factors
- Lack of hypocretin in the central nervous system (correct)
- Trauma to the central nervous system
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom experienced by clients with narcolepsy?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom experienced by clients with narcolepsy?
What is the main difference between narcolepsy with cataplexy (NT1) and narcolepsy without cataplexy (NT2)?
What is the main difference between narcolepsy with cataplexy (NT1) and narcolepsy without cataplexy (NT2)?
Which of the following is NOT a common treatment option for both types of narcolepsy?
Which of the following is NOT a common treatment option for both types of narcolepsy?
What is the main characteristic of hypersomnia?
What is the main characteristic of hypersomnia?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom experienced by clients with hypersomnia?
Which of the following is NOT a common symptom experienced by clients with hypersomnia?
What is the underlying cause of hypersomnia in some cases?
What is the underlying cause of hypersomnia in some cases?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment option for sleep apnea?
Which of the following is NOT a recommended treatment option for sleep apnea?
What is the main characteristic of insomnia?
What is the main characteristic of insomnia?
Which chronic illnesses have been associated with insomnia?
Which chronic illnesses have been associated with insomnia?
What is the characteristic of central sleep apnea (CSA)?
What is the characteristic of central sleep apnea (CSA)?
What distinguishes obstructive sleep apnea from central sleep apnea?
What distinguishes obstructive sleep apnea from central sleep apnea?
How long must inspiratory airflow cease for it to be considered apnea?
How long must inspiratory airflow cease for it to be considered apnea?
Which type of sleep apnea is associated with waking from sleep?
Which type of sleep apnea is associated with waking from sleep?
What treatment options are mentioned for insomnia?
What treatment options are mentioned for insomnia?
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