The intrinsic nature of opioids to suppress respiratory function is of particular concern among
patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). The association of OSA with increased …

A sleep apparatus, such as a mattress for example, is provided in one embodiment. The
apparatus comprises a head support surface sized to support a person's head, and a torso …

A sleep apparatus, such as a mattress, comprises a head support surface sized to support a
person's head, and a torso support surface sized to support a person's torso. The head …

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Abstract Study Objective To evaluate use of a respiratory volume monitor (RVM; ExSpiron,
Respiratory Motion, Inc., Waltham, MA, USA) that provides minute ventilation (MV), tidal …

Purpose This study was aimed to identify potential obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) in
ambulatory surgical patients and create perianesthesia nursing protocols using a reliable …

Purpose This article describes the implementation and maintenance of obstructive sleep
apnea (OSA) screening and capnography monitoring. Design A quality improvement project …

Background. Neuropathic pain associated with sympathetic overactivity can be effectively
relieved by light irradiating the region near stellate ganglion (SGI), applied as an alternative …

Managing patients with undiagnosed Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) can be a challenge in
the postoperative phase. OSA is a chronic disease defined by pauses in breathing that are …

Purpose The purpose of this study was to determine the frequency and relative risk (RR) of
early postoperative major medical complications after surgery for the management of …