Which of the following behavioral interventions is least useful for the treatment of sleep apnea?
a. Weight loss
b. Avoidance of alcohol
c. Avoidance of sedatives
d. Avoidance of daytime naps
ANS: D
Several behavioral interventions can be beneficial, including weight loss in obese patients; avoidance of alcohol, sedatives, and hypnotics; and avoidance of sleep deprivation.
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a. Achromatic objective lens b. Plan-achromatic objective lens c. Spherical correction ocular lens d. Blue filter when placed above the condenser
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