The client is being treated with a nasal continuous positive airway pressure device (CPAP)for sleep apnea.What finding indicates that this treatment has been helpful to the client?
A)The client has lost 7 pounds since treatment began.
B)The client sleeps so soundly that he snores.
C)The client's diabetes is now under control.
D)The client reports a decrease in morning headache.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A decrease in morning headache is a common symptom that improves with the use of CPAP therapy. Losing weight or controlling diabetes may be benefits of lifestyle changes or additional treatments but are not specific to CPAP therapy. Snoring does not indicate the effectiveness of the treatment.

The Client Is Being Treated with a Nasal Continuous Positive