Hypophosphatemia decreases tissue ____ level, and in severe form it may cause the patient to experience confusion, muscle weakness, congestive heart failure, and respiratory failure.

A. glycogen
B. hydrous dextrose
C. adenosine triphosphate (ATP)
D. triglyceride


Answer: C

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Which of the following represents the polysomnographic tracing of a patient with central sleep apnea?

a. b. c. d.

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