Patient/caregiver were instructed regarding findings to watch for and report in individuals with obstructive sleep apnea as follows: In individuals with poorly controlled sleep apnea, sudden drop in blood oxygen levels due to interrupted breathing pattern can lead to drop in oxygen supply to vital organs, such as, heart and brain, thus affecting their function. This can result in elevated blood pressure numbers, increased heart rate, cardiac arrhythmias, and increased confusion with compromised metal abilities [...]

Patient/caregiver were instructed regarding findings to watch for and report in individuals with obstructive sleep apnea as follows: Individuals with sleep apnea must report to the physician regarding any abrupt weight gain. As an individual’s weight plays a significant role in presentation with and management of sleep apnea symptoms, abrupt weight gain can be detrimental to the current plan in place and lead to poor management of sleep apnea. Seeking physician consultation can offer an [...]

Patient/caregiver were instructed regarding findings to watch for and report in individuals with obstructive sleep apnea as follows: Caregivers of individuals with history of sleep apnea must keep a close watch on the snoring during the night. Any gross increase in the snoring of the individual should be reported to the physician for further follow-up. Sometimes the apneic spells could be for very brief period and go unnoticeable with the individual barely waking up from [...]

Patient/caregiver were instructed regarding complications of poorly managed obstructive sleep apnea as follows: Excessive fatigue: Poorly rested state with multiple awakenings through the night can leave the individual with sleep apnea extremely fatigued and drained, with poor daytime activity. Daytime drowsiness: Lack of sleep during the night can lead to drowsiness and sleepy state during the day, as a compensatory measure. This poorly active during the daytime can compromise the individual’s job and academic performance. [...]

Patient/caregiver were instructed regarding complications of poorly managed obstructive sleep apnea as follows: Increased risk for stroke: Interrupted breathing pattern in individuals with poorly controlled sleep apnea, can lead to sudden drop in blood oxygen levels. Consequently, this can lead to drop in oxygen supply to vital organs, such as, heart and brain, thus affecting their function. Compromised cardiac function with reduced pumping activity of the heart can lead to reduced blood & oxygen supply [...]