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Compare and contrast the types of diagnostic devices used for out-of-lab testing for sleep apnea |
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Discuss the appropriate population for limited channel testing |
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Review potential algorithms for use of out-of-lab testing and how to utilize it appropriately in the sleep center |
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Consider sleep apnea in children with an ADHD diagnosis |
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Recommend tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy in children with OSA and with enlarged tonsils |
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Recommend appropriate testing of children suspected of having OSA |
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7. |
Acquire a general background of who has OSA and uses CPAP |
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8. |
Define CPAP compliance and acquire CPAP rates of compliance |
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9. |
Understand variables related to predicting CPAP compliance, including PSG and psychological factors |
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10. |
Learn the available tools and resources to improve CPAP compliance |
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11. |
Improve understanding of endocrinological correlates of normal and disrupted sleep |
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Improve understanding of the effects of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) on normal endocrine function |
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Improve understanding of the role of endocrine disruption associated with OSA in the pathophysiological correlates of OSA |
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Learn to recognize the association of specific endocrine pathologies with elevated risk of OSA |
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15. |
Understand the primary causes of sleep disordered breathing in children |
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Understand the differences between various abnormal respiratory events in children |
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Understand the differences between identification of sleep apnea in children and adults |
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Describe the symptoms of excessive sleepiness in children (Sheldon) |
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Understand the differences between the clinical presentations of sleepiness in children when compared to adults |
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20. |
Understand methods of diagnosis and management of excessive sleepiness in children |
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21. |
Review the current literature as regards efficacy of dental appliances and Obstructive Sleep Apnea |
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22. |
Review current dental appliances available on the market and their applications |
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23. |
Review the American Academy of Sleep Medicine policy regarding utilization of dental appliances |
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24. |
Understand the epidemiology of Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) |
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25. |
Understand the pathophysiology of RLS |
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Understand the physical and mental health correlates of RLS |
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Understand the rational use of medications in the treatment of patients with RLS |
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28. |
Understand the correlates between sleep disorders and stroke |
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29. |
Learn to recognize the physical associations of OSA and stroke |
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30. |
Review the incidence of stroke and death in patients with OSA |
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31. |
Review sleep apnea as a risk factor for stroke independent from other risk factors |
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32. |
Review the incidence of sleep-wake cycle disorders and insomnia in stroke patients |
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33. |
Understand the use of sleep apnea treatment after stroke |