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Do you have any pearls for how to manage OSA with CPAP in older adults with cognitive impairment?

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Geriatric Medicine · Yale University

I try to involve a partner or other family member in the process, including getting a sleep study in the first place. If the study shows moderate or severe sleep apnea, especially with substantial oxygen desaturation, I remind the patient and partner that use of CPAP will help the patient's memory. ...

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