The diagnosis of sleep apnea involves the client undergoing an overnight sleep study or polysomnogram. A polysomnogram includes
A) electroencephalogram and electromyelogram of the face and legs.
B) electrical stimulation to elicit sleep tremors.
C) use of muscle relaxant medications to promote episodes of sleep apnea.
D) continuous measurement of the blood pressure during sleep.
A
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