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In the absence of symptoms of sleep apnea or movement disorders, the AASM recommends that “Polysomnography and daytime multiple sleep latency testing (MSLT) are not indicated in the routine evaluation of chronic insomnia, including insomnia due to psychiatric or neuropsychiatric disorders”

Which disorder requires little to no pressure support and is best treating using CPAP?

What is the primary surgical alternative therapy recommended for patients who are intolerant of Continuous Positive Airway Pressure (CPAP) therapy?

You are conducting an overnight sleep study on a 6-year-old. The child suddenly starts screaming, displays intense fear, and the parents are unable to console the child. The child is most likely awakening from stage:

 What should the light source deliver in terms of illuminance during the MWT?

A type II classification of HST requires a minimum of how many channels?

In certain circumstances, what might be a more prudent SpO2 goal than 88%?

When do confusional arousals, sleepwalking and sleep terrors usually occur?

Providing a patient with supplemental oxygen would be appropriate in which of the following situations?

Which of the following is an indication for oral appliance therapy?