THE ROLE OF THE TECHNICIAN IN POLYPHYSIOLOGY: FROM LITERATURE REVIEW TO CASE STUDY

Ngoc Phuong Hoang, Thi Hoa Phung1, VĂN HIỆP PHẠM2, , Bich Huong Nguyen, Thi Thanh Tra Nguyen, Thi Hoai Phan, Du Khanh Nguyen, Tu Minh Hoang Le, Thi Hang Pham
1 University of Medicine and Pharmacy, Vietnam National University, Hanoi
2 BỆNH VIỆN TAI MŨI HỌNG TRUNG ƯƠNG

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Objective: To present in detail the results of polysomnography in a patient with severe obstructive sleep apnea, thereby highlighting the central role of the polysomnographer.


Method: Case study.


Results: The polysomnography was performed successfully thanks to the adherence to standard procedures and the professional skills of the polysomnographer. The results provided clear quantitative evidence of the severity of OSA and hypoxemia. These results are a direct product of the technician's accurate data collection and processing, demonstrating their essential and irreplaceable role in the effective diagnosis of sleep disorders using polysomnography.


Conclusion: The technician is responsible for preparing and connecting the electrodes and sensors to the patient correctly, ensuring the quality of the collected data. Emphasizing the indispensable role of nursing in patient classification.


Keywords: Technician role, polysomnography, sleep apnea syndrome.

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