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kshipps

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on: Jul 12, 2018
Sleep apnea is primarily characterized by
 
  A) jerking of the legs and arms during sleep.
  B) an inability to stay asleep longer than an hour or so.
  C) pauses in breathing while one sleeps.
  D) All of the answers are correct.

Question 2

Sleep apnea is more commonly found in
 
  A) men.
  B) smokers.
  C) people who are overweight.
  D) All of the answers are correct.


tkempin

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Reply #1 on: Jul 12, 2018
Answer to Question 1

Answer: C

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D


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