Sleep apnea syndromeFor above situations, select the most likely sleep disturbance.
Correct Answer: most common cause of excessive daytime sleepiness in the elderly
Description: Sleep apnea syndrome is the most common cause of daytime sleepiness in the elderly. The prevalence (at least in sleep disorder centers) increases with advancing age. Narcolepsy (usually having started earlier in life) and periodic limb movement disorder (restless legs) are other common causes of excessive daytime sleepiness.
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