Sleep Apnea Consists of Periods During Sleep When

question 212

Multiple Choice

Sleep apnea consists of periods during sleep when

• A) thedividual snores heavily, is perfectly still and is NREM sleep.
• B) the person is unable to stop themselves from having sleep terrors.
• C) breathing stops and thedividual must awaken briefly to breathe
• D) heart beat, pulse and body temperature are at their lowest levels.

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