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Sleep Apnea Quiz

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Question 1 of 6

In what stage of sleep is sleep apnea usually most severe?

A

Lightest stage, stage N1

B

Moderate depth of sleep, stage N2

C

Deepest stage of sleep, stage N3

D

Dreaming sleep, stage REM

E

Sleep/wake transitions

Question 2 of 6

Mrs. Smith had a sleep study that showed an AHI (apnea-hypopnea index) of 25. How severe is her apnea?

A

Mild

B

Moderate

C

Severe

D

This isn't apnea

E

She should call an ambulance ASAP

Question 3 of 6

Which of the following medications may make your sleep apnea worse?

A

metoprolol / beta blocker

B

Tylenol PM

C

Muscle relaxer such as cyclobenzaprine / Flexeril

D

Aspirin

E

Cholesterol lowering pills

Question 4 of 6

Which of the following is generally NOT a potential solution for dry mouth/mouth leaks with CPAP?

A

Increased CPAP pressure setting

B

The SomnoSeal mouthpiece

C

a chinstrap

D

mouthtape

E

Biotene mouthwash/spray

Question 5 of 6

Mr. M has been using CPAP faithfully for years but over the last month is feeling more tired when he wakes in the morning and he now needs a brief nap in the afternoons. Recommendations for Mr. M include all of the following EXCEPT?

A

Review any medication changes

B

Sleep without his CPAP for comparison

C

See his sleep medicine provider and review his machine's AHI to be sure his machine is treating his apneas

D

Determine if he is sleeping during his natural circadian rhythm

E

Be sure he is getting adequate sleep hours (usually 7+ for most adults)

Question 6 of 6

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