Posted: August 16th, 2017

Which type of sleep apnea is characterized by lack of airflow due to pharyngeal occlusion?

Which type of sleep apnea is characterized by lack of airflow due to pharyngeal occlusion?
a) Obstructive
Obstructive sleep apnea occurs usually in men, especially those who are older and overweight.
b) Simple
Types of sleep apnea do not include a simple characterization.
c) Mixed
Mixed sleep apnea is a combination of central and obstructive apnea with one apneic episode.
d) Central
In central sleep apnea, the patient demonstrates simultaneous cessation of both airflow and respiratory movements