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lracut11 · **on:** Jul 16, 2018

What term is used to describe a significant decrease in airflow during sleep but not a complete cessation of breathing?

a. Apnea
b. Minor apnea
c. Hypopnea
d. Dyspnea

Question 2

At what level do the nerves that innervate the diaphragm exit the spine?

a. C1-3
b. C3-5
c. C6-7
d. T1-3

bobsmith · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 16, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Hypopnea is a significant decrease in airflow without complete cessation of airflow.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The diaphragm receives its innervation from nerve roots exiting the spinal cord at levels C3-5.