Respiratory 13 - Obstructive Sleep Apnoea Flashcards
1
Q
define obstructive sleep apnoea
A
collapse of pharyngeal airway during sleep
2
Q
5 risk factors for sleep apnoea
A
obese male middle aged smoker alcohol
3
Q
6 features of sleep apnoea
A
collateral observation by partner snoring morning headache unrestful sleep daytime dozing can't concentrate
4
Q
why is obstructive sleep apnoea bad?
A
increases risk of HTN, heart failure, MI+stroke
5
Q
what should always be asked about with a patient with suspected sleep apnoea?
A
occupation!
are they safe to do it or need new duties??
6
Q
management in 4 stages of sleep apnoea
A
- refer to ENT or sleep centre
- correct reversible risk factors
- CPAP at night
- surgery - uvulo palato phargyngo plasty
