2017-2018 Catalog

PSG-135 Sleep Disorders

This course focuses on the etiology, cardinal manifestations, diagnosis, treatment and outcomes of sleep disorders. The role of the sleep technologist in the interprofessional management of the sleep-disordered patient is stressed. Sleep deprivation and public health and safety are emphasized. Prevention and patient and public education are stressed. (3 contact hours)

Credits

3

Prerequisite

PSG-115 and PSG-120 or consent of instructor

Corequisite

Registration or credit in PSG-125 or consent of instructor

Department

Health Sciences