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Sleep Apnea Syndrome, presented in partnership with the Sleep Center of New Orleans

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1.  What are some risk factors associated with obstructive sleep apnea?
  1. Hypertension
  2. Smoking history
  3. Excess weight
  4. All of the above
2.  The prevalence of sleep apnea syndrome in young to middle-aged men is:
  1. 1-2%
  2. 3-9%
  3. 10-13%
  4. 15-20%
3.  Which of the following is a symptom often associated with obstructive sleep apnea?
  1. Excessive daytime sleepiness
  2. Constipation
  3. Drooling
  4. Lack of urine production
4.  Which of the following tests is used to diagnose sleep apnea?
  1. Evaluation by a physician (PCP or Sleep Specialist)
  2. In Lab Polysomnography ( PSG)
  3. Home sleep apnea testing (HSAT)
  4. All of the above
5.  An example of a benefit when using the at-home sleep apnea testing (HSAT) is:
  1. Sleep at the comfort of your own home
  2. Overestimates disease severity
  3. Difficulty with assembly
  4. Can be used for multiple cardiac diseases