Obstructive Sleep Apnoea (OSA)

What is the primary cause of obstructive sleep apnoea?

Patients are typically aware of apnoea episodes during sleep.

Name three established risk factors for obstructive sleep apnoea.

Severe cases of obstructive sleep apnoea can lead to __________ and heart failure.

Which of the following is a common presenting feature of obstructive sleep apnoea?

The Epworth Sleepiness Scale is used to assess the severity of snoring.

What type of sleep study involves an overnight stay in a sleep centre with polysomnography?

__________ machines provide constant pressure to maintain airway patency in the management of obstructive sleep apnoea.

What is the most common surgical procedure for obstructive sleep apnoea?

Surgery is the first-line treatment for obstructive sleep apnoea.

Which of the following is NOT typically monitored during respiratory polygraphy?

A simple sleep study involves an overnight stay in a sleep centre.

Daytime __________ should raise suspicion for obstructive sleep apnoea, especially in professions requiring full alertness.

Other than CPAP, name one potential method of managing Obstructive Sleep Apnoea.

A patient with suspected obstructive sleep apnea reports only snoring, with no other symptoms. Which action is most appropriate?

Obstructive sleep apnoea primarily affects elderly individuals.

Which cardiovascular condition is least likely to be exacerbated by severe, untreated obstructive sleep apnoea?

In respiratory polygraphy, a __________ sensor is used to measure airflow rate.

List two potential complications of uvulopalatopharyngoplasty (UPPP) surgery for obstructive sleep apnea.

Which aspect of sleep is LEAST directly assessed by polysomnography in the diagnosis of obstructive sleep apnoea?

Weight loss is unlikely to be an effective intervention to improve Obstructive Sleep Apnoea.

What is the primary aim of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy in managing obstructive sleep apnoea?

Why are patients with jobs requiring constant alertness prioritised for sleep apnoea assessment and treatment?

During sleep studies, __________ rate is monitored to assess the frequency of breaths per minute.

Reduced oxygen saturation during sleep is the only indicator of obstructive sleep apnoea.

Which diagnostic method provides the MOST comprehensive assessment of sleep architecture and associated physiological parameters?

Name one potential impact of untreated obstructive sleep apnea on cognitive function.

An increase in __________ circumference is a risk factor for developing obstructive sleep apnoea.

Alcohol consumption before bed can improve sleep quality for individuals with obstructive sleep apnoea.

Match each sleep study type with its description:

Patients with OSA who are awaiting assessment for CPAP may need __________ work duties.

What is the significance of monitoring brain activity (EEG) during a complex sleep study?

Individuals who experience daytime sleepiness due to obstructive sleep apnoea are at no increased risk of accidents.

A patient is diagnosed with mild obstructive sleep apnoea but is intolerant to CPAP therapy. What is the next most appropriate intervention?

All patients who snore have obstructive sleep apnoea.

During respiratory polygraphy, oxygen __________ levels are monitored to assess for hypoxemia.

Aside from the Epworth Sleepiness Scale, name one other tool or questionnaire used to assess sleep-related symptoms.

Which of the following statements best explains why obstructive sleep apnea can lead to hypertension?

Young, otherwise healthy individuals are immune to developing obstructive sleep apnoea.

An alternative treatment option for Obstructive Sleep Apnoea, particularly in patients with mild to moderate OSA, may include the use of an __________.

Aside from lifestyle modifications and CPAP therapy, what is one surgical intervention that can be considered for treating obstructive sleep apnea when other treatments have failed?