Sleep related breathing disorders Flashcards
1
Q
Classification of SRBD
A
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Central Sleep Apnea
Sleep Related Hypoventilation
Sleep Related hypoxia
2
Q
Daytime symptoms in sleep apnea
A
Sleepiness
Fatigue
GERD
Depression
3
Q
Nightime symptoms in sleep apnea
A
Snoring Apnea Bad sleep Sweating Palpitation
4
Q
Apnea definition
A
Total cessation of airflow which lasts more than 10 sec
5
Q
Oxygen desaturation definition
A
> 4% reduction of oxygen saturation
6
Q
Central apnea =
A
No thoracic/abdominal movements can be observed during apnea
7
Q
Severity scale
A
AHI 5 - 15 Mild
AHI 15 - 30 Moderate
AHI > 30 Severe
8
Q
Methods of therapy
A
Weight loss Position change Intraoral devices Laryngology CPAP / BPAP
9
Q
AHI =
A
Apnea Hypopnea Index
10
Q
Which position is the baddest for OSA?
A
Dorsal position
