During the sleep study your patient moves air during sleep but the amount is below what is needed to maintain homeostasis.What term is applied to this type of breathing problem during sleep?

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The term applied to this type of breathing problem during sleep is hypopnea. Hypopnea refers to a partial reduction in airflow that results in an oxygen desaturation of at least 4%. This is different from apnea, which is a complete cessation in airflow for at least 10 seconds. Eupnea refers to normal breathing, while platypnea is a rare condition characterized by shortness of breath in upright positions.

During the Sleep Study Your Patient Moves Air During Sleep