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Sleep-Related Breathing Disorders in Children
CHRISTOPHER A. COOK
NOTE: This chapter corresponds to Chapter 45 in Fundamentals of Sleep Technology, 2nd edition.
1. What is the most common indication for polysomnography among children?
A. Respiratory problems
B. Headaches
C. Difficulty falling asleep
D. Nocturnal enuresis
2. Which of the following statements regarding apnea of prematurity (AOP) is correct?
A. A cardiovascular consequence of obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)
B. Often seen in infants of less than 33 weeks’ gestation.
C. Cannot be treated by medications
D. Related to the infant’s sleep position
3. It is advisable to place babies and infants in this sleep position in order to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
A. Upright
B. Supine
C. Side
D. Prone
4. Which of the following is not associated with snoring and obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in pediatric patients?
A. Nocturnal enuresis
B. Parasomnia
Cognitive impairment
D. Colic
5. Which of the following is the treatment of choice for childhood obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) if there are no contraindications?
A. Upper airway surgery
B. Continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP)
C. Medication
D. Oxygen therapy
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS
6. Discuss the possible causes and diagnostic evaluation of apparent life-threatening events (ALTEs).
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