Galen NUR 242 Exam 3 Respiratory Set

Galen NUR 242 Exam 3 Respiratory Set What is sleep apnea? - ANSWER person stops breathing for at least 10 seconds repeatedly during sleep What is the most common cause of sleep apnea? - ANSWER obstructive sleep apnea What is the pathophysiology of obstructive sleep apnea? - ANSWER airway is restricted as a result of tissue collapse in the airway How is pharyngeal space decreased during sleep? - ANSWER muscle in airway relax causing tongue and soft palate to be come displaced What are the risk factors for obstructive sleep apnea - ANSWER obesity, large neck circumference, narrowed airway, chronic nasal congestion, allergic rhinitis, smoking, diabetes, family history, asthma, non-white, age 50-59, male, recessed lower jaw