Naomi's breathing stops briefly during sleep, causing her to gasp. What problem does Naomi most likely have?
A) Sleep apnea
B) Insomnia
C) Narcolepsy
D) REM behavior disorder

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The brief cessation of breathing during sleep, followed by gasping or choking, is a characteristic symptom of sleep apnea. This can be caused by the collapse of the upper airway during sleep, leading to interruptions in breathing and a drop in oxygen levels. Insomnia involves difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, while narcolepsy is a disorder of excessive daytime sleepiness and REM behavior disorder involves acting out dreams during sleep.

Naomi's Breathing Stops Briefly During Sleep, Causing Her to Gasp