Sleep Disorders

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Learning Objectives
Discuss the physiology of normal sleep.
Describe the classification of sleep disorders.
Compare and contrast the types of insomnias and their associated diagnosis and treatment.
Evaluate the major types of sleep-related breathing disorders, particularly obstructive sleep apnea.
Identify the clinical signs and symptoms of narcolepsy.
Outline the characteristics of non-narcolepsy hypersomnias.
Analyze the complications and symptoms of circadian rhythm sleep disorders.
Describe the characteristics, diagnosis, and treatment of parasomnias.
Evaluate the presentation and treatment of sleep-related movement disorders.
Assess considerations for patients with sleep disorder who have low English literacy.