Abdelmalek is a Registered Polysomnography Technologists (RPSGT) member since February 2018, Registered Sleep Technologist (RST) Member since October 2019, has certification in Clinical Sleep Health (CCSH) June 2020, Pediatric sleep certificate (BRPT) August 2021, Diploma in RESPAIRATORY THERAPY PROGRAM from the University of Jordan, January 2012 and Bachelor degree in Nursing from Zarqa Private University-Jordan, February 2010.
Abstract
Objective :
What the mean of obstructive sleep apnea ?
Diagnose obstructive sleep apnea by using polysomnography and scoring by using last update of AASM.
Overview of polysomnography
What are the type of sleep apnea (obstructive . central . mixed )
What are the symptoms , cause and risk of sleep apnea ?
Impact sleep apnea on school performance ?
COVID 19 and obstructive sleep apnea ?
Last updated for treating the sleep apnea ( PAP , UPER AIRWAY STIMULATION , UPPP , positional )
Method :
Polysomnography, also called a sleep study, is a comprehensive test used to diagnose sleep disorders. Polysomnography records your brain waves, the oxygen level in your blood, heart rate and breathing disorder . polysomnography provide a great deal of information about your sleep the sleep apnea or another sleep-related breathing disorder. Polysomnography technique :
You may be advised to avoid drinks or food containing alcohol or caffeine during the afternoon and evening before polysomnography. Alcohol and caffeine can change your sleep patterns, and they may make symptoms of some sleep disorders worse.While you sleep, a technologist monitors your to check for any breath problem you have during sleep and also monitoring the following activity : Conclusion :
Sleep apnea is a common disturbance with many effects on sleep and daytime functioning. Obstructive sleep apnea is linked to many important adverse daytime consequences such as poor performance, accidents, hypertension, heart disease, stroke, and insulin resistance. By sleep study we can determine the type of breath disorder and which is the best treatment compatible.
COVID-19 and Respiratory System
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease and Asthma
Lung Cancer
Pneumonia
Cardio Pulmonary Disorders
Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
Interstitial Lung Disease
Lung Transplantation
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Occupational Lung Diseases
Pulmonary Hypertension and Pulmonary Rehabilitation