Question

question 8
a sleep disorder characterized by difficulties in breathing while asleep is ______.
options: cataplexy, insomnia, narcolepsy, apnea

Explanation:

Cataplexy is sudden muscle weakness triggered by strong emotions, not breathing issues during sleep. Insomnia is difficulty falling or staying asleep, not breathing-related. Narcolepsy involves excessive daytime sleepiness and sudden sleep attacks, not sleep breathing problems. Apnea (specifically sleep apnea) is defined by repeated pauses or difficulties in breathing while asleep.

Answer:

O apnea