Which of the following may be used in the management of a patient with central sleep apnea?
1. Acetazolamide
2. Oxygen therapy
3. Inhaled bronchodilator medications
4. Adaptive servo-ventilation (VPAP)
a. 1, 3
b. 2, 4
c. 1, 2, 4
d. 1, 2, 3, 4
C
Respiratory stimulants (like acetazolamide), supplemental oxygen, and adaptive servo-ventilation may be used in the management of a patient with central sleep apnea. Inhaled bronchodilator medications are not helpful because the patient's problem is not caused by bronchospasm.
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