Question

a nurse is preparing a presentation on obstructive sleep apnea (osa) for a community health fair. which of the following risk factors should the nurse include in the presentation? (select all that apply.) older age diabetes mellitus upper airway abnormalities colon cancer bmi less than 24

Explanation:

• Older age: As people age, the muscles in the throat become more relaxed, increasing the risk of OSA.
• Diabetes mellitus: There is a link between diabetes and OSA, likely due to factors such as obesity and metabolic changes.
• Upper airway abnormalities: Structural problems in the upper airway (e.g., enlarged tonsils, deviated septum) can obstruct airflow and lead to OSA.
• Colon cancer: There is no direct association between colon cancer and OSA.
• BMI less than 24: A BMI less than 24 is not a risk factor for OSA. In fact, obesity (BMI ≥ 30) is a well - known risk factor.

Answer:

Older age, Diabetes mellitus, Upper airway abnormalities