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In comparison to laboratory testing, what is a particular challenge of home sleep apnea testing? a) A technologist is not available to replace electrodes and sensors that have fallen off b) Home testing devices are generally made of inexpensive plastic and often fall apart after just a few tests c) Most devices are based on out of date technology compared to laboratory testing d) Patients never read directions |
a) A technologist is not available to replace electrodes and sensors that have fallen off |
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In comparison to reusable sensors, disposable sensors: a) Are often made with higher quality materials b) Always have snap connectors and may disconnect during the night c) Are more effective in infection control d) Always produce lower quality signals |
c) Are more effective in infection control |
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In the absence of an oximetry signal, hypopneas: a) Can be scored based on flow alone b) Can be scored based on effort alone c) Can be scored based on change in ECG rate d) Cannot be scored |
d) Cannot be scored |
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In comparison to the apnea hypopnea index (AHI), the respiratory events per unit time (REI) is: a) Always higher b) Always lower c) Lower in patients with poor oxygen saturation d) Higher in patients who have only hypopneas |
b) Always lower |
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In home sleep apnea testing, peripheral arterial tone is an acceptable measure for: a) Hypopnea b) Heart rate c) Respiratory analysis d) Estimating sleep time |
c) Respiratory analysis |
