Which problem is associated with obesity, heavy snoring, and shallow breathing?
A) Sleep apnea
B) Narcolepsy
C) Hypersomnia
D) Hyperpnea
Ans: A
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Sleep apnea refers to recurrent periods of absence of breathing for 10 seconds or longer, occurring at least 5 times per hour.
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