Asked by
Beatrice Camplone
on Dec 24, 2024Verified
If your physician says you need a treatment called a CPAP device, you are suffering from ________.
A) insomnia
B) narcolepsy
C) sleep apnea
D) sleep terrors
CPAP Device
A medical device that uses continuous positive airway pressure to keep airways open in people who have breathing problems, such as sleep apnea.
Sleep Apnea
A disorder affecting sleep, marked by breaks in breathing or shallow breaths while asleep.
Physician
A medical professional who diagnoses and treats illnesses and injuries, providing care and guidance on health maintenance.
- Recognize the distinctions between several sleep disorders and their individual characteristics.
- Determine the appropriate interventions and treatments for sleep disorders.
Verified Answer
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Learning Objectives
- Recognize the distinctions between several sleep disorders and their individual characteristics.
- Determine the appropriate interventions and treatments for sleep disorders.