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    ATI RN Pharmacology Proctored Exam 2023

    A community health nurse is developing a brochure about obstructive sleep apnea (OSA). Which of the following potential complications of OSA should the nurse include?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Enlarged adenoids Enlarged adenoids may contribute to airway obstruction, especially in children, but they are not a complication of OSA. B. Diabetes mellitus While OSA is associated with an increased risk of insulin resistance and metabolic syndrome, it is not a direct complication. C. Nasal polyps Nasal polyps can contribute to breathing difficulties but are not a complication of OSA. D. Heart failure OSA can lead to chronic hypoxia and increased cardiac workload, contributing to conditions such as hypertension, arrhythmias, and heart failure.

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