A patient visits the occupational health office of the factory in which he works. He has fallen asleep on the line and has a history of muscle weakness. This instance is not the first time he has fallen asleep on the line
From what disease process does the occupational health nurse suspect the patient is suffering? A) Sleep apnea
B) Insomnia
C) Narcolepsy
D) Substance abuse
C
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Narcolepsy is characterized by daytime sleep attacks in which the person goes to sleep at any place or at any time. Sleep apnea is episodes of apnea during sleep. Insomnia is the inability to sleep. This patient is not exhibiting signs and symptoms of substance abuse.
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