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A collection of questions and answers related to sleep studies, covering various aspects of sleep physiology, disorders, and diagnostic procedures. It is a valuable resource for students studying sleep science, medicine, or related fields, offering insights into key concepts and practical applications.
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Which of the following is characteristic of sleep during the second trimester of pregnancy? - correct answer ✔Total sleep time decreases to pre pregnancy levels
The amount of blood that is pumped through the ventricles is known as - correct answer
✔cardiac output
Twitching movements of the fingers toes and mouth that may occur during stage W NREM
and REM sleep are known as - correct answer ✔excessive fragmentary myoclonus EFM
What is the purpose of the american sleep apnea associations awake program - correct
answer ✔To provide education guidance and ongoing support for sleep apnea
The cEMG provides information on all of the following EXCEPT
snoring
teeth grinding
electrical activity within the brain
muscle tone of the chin muscles - correct answer ✔electrical activity within the brain
This constitutes good sleep hygiene - correct answer ✔getting up to do something relaxing after 20 min in bed
AFIB is characterized by all of the following except
an atrial rate of 120-200 beats/min and a ventricular rate of 300-600 beats a min
normal shape and duration of the QRS complex
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the presence of F waves instead of P waves
a highly variable p:qrs ratio - correct answer ✔An atrial rate of 120-200 beats/min and a ventricular rate of 300-600 beats/min
in generalized anxiety disorder, polysomnography is characterized by which of the following
increased stage one
increased REM density
quick onset of sleep
all of the above - correct answer ✔Increased stage one nrem sleep
which brain structure is involved in the autonomic functions, homeostasis, endocrine processes, emotions, and the regulation of sleep - correct answer ✔hypothalamus
For home treatment with pap proper humidifier care includes - correct answer ✔rinsing and air drying the reservoir
morning/evening questionnaires ask the patient to indicate: - correct answer ✔The five consecutive hours during the day that the patient would prefer to work
Which of the following is FALSE with regard to hematocrit
A decrease in hematocrit can mean anemia
it measures the percentage of white blood cells in 100ml of blood
An increase in hematocrit can mean dehydration
Normal hematocrit values for men are 42%-52% - correct answer ✔It measures the percentage of packed white blood cells in a 10 ml of blood
One criterion for scoring pediatric obstructive sleep apnea is that compared to baseline there is a 90% or greater decrease in amplitude for at least what percentage of events? - correct answer ✔90%
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During polysomnography which of the following can create skin irritation, such as a rash? -
correct answer ✔High Impedance
Pulse oximetry measures: - correct answer ✔Arterial oxygen saturation
When periodic limb movements of sleep are scored as events, what is false? - correct answer ✔An event requires four or more consecutive leg movements with the interval between movements ranging from 5-90 sec
Which of the following is NOT a way to decrease the amount of condensation in humidifier
tubing? - correct answer ✔decreasing room temp at night
which of the following is true with regard to electrode impedance? - correct answer
✔Impedance levels for each individual electrode should be less than or equal 5 Ku
which of the following is FALSE with regard to liquid oxygen? - correct answer ✔It is maintained at 18 psi
what disorder involves sudden or gradual onset of loss of language skills and is characterized by nocturnal multifocal spikes and spike-wave discharges? - correct answer ✔Landau kleffnersyndrome
What is the minimum number of hours that an over night PSG should last in order to obtain
adequate data? - correct answer ✔six
Which of the following is FALSE with regard to the multiple sleep latency test? - correct answer ✔The MSLT includes seven nap periods
Which of the following is true of supraventricular tachycardia? - correct answer ✔There may be periods of normal heart rate and rhythm between episodes
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which of the following is NOT true of EEG during stage 2 NREM sleep? - correct answer ✔Activity is high voltage
Tidal volume is defined as the: - correct answer ✔amount of air exchanged with each breath
which of the following id FALSE with regard to orofacial masks? - correct answer ✔nasal pillows must fit snugly into each nostril
One criterion for scoring pediatric RERAS is that nasal pressure is reduced by what
percentage? - correct answer ✔50%
What is the normal range of oxygen saturation? - correct answer ✔95-98%
what is true of cheyne stokes respirations? - correct answer ✔cheyne stokes breathing can occur with damage to the central nervous system, hyperventilation, and heart failure
What is the total daily sleep requirement including both daytime and nightime, for a two year old infant? - correct answer ✔13 hrs
According to proper discharge procedures, after a sleep study has been completed the technologist should soak and air dry which piece of equipment? - correct answer ✔continuous positive airway pressure mask
What is not a therapeutic intervention for narcolepsy? - correct answer ✔controlling obesity by diet and exercise
What action by the sleep tech violates the principals of proper body mechanics? - correct answer ✔Bending at the waist to reach items