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Which of the following statements is NOT true about different types of sleep apnea?
  1. Obstructive apnea: Restricts inspiratory airflow
  2. Central apnea: There is a lack of signal from respiratory center, no drive to breathe
  3. Mixed apnea: It is a combination of the above factors
  4. Central apnea is the most common type of sleep apnea
Explanation
Answer: D - Obstructive sleep apnea is the most common type of sleep apnea. It is caused by a breathing obstruction, which stops the air flow in the nose and mouth.
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