Which condition was treated with CPAP in this patient’s history?

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Multiple Choice

Which condition was treated with CPAP in this patient’s history?

Explanation:
CPAP therapy keeps the airway open during sleep by delivering a steady stream of air, which prevents upper-airway collapse that characterizes obstructive sleep apnea. This treatment reduces episodes of stopped breathing, improves oxygen levels, and lessens nighttime awakenings and daytime sleepiness. So a history of CPAP points to sleep apnea rather than hypertension, diabetes, or atrial fibrillation, even though these conditions can be associated with sleep apnea.

CPAP therapy keeps the airway open during sleep by delivering a steady stream of air, which prevents upper-airway collapse that characterizes obstructive sleep apnea. This treatment reduces episodes of stopped breathing, improves oxygen levels, and lessens nighttime awakenings and daytime sleepiness. So a history of CPAP points to sleep apnea rather than hypertension, diabetes, or atrial fibrillation, even though these conditions can be associated with sleep apnea.

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