The Sleep Technician’s Pocket Guide


Book Description

The Sleep Technician’s Pocket Guide contains all the information sleep technicians need at their fingertips while in the sleep lab—patient hookup, artifacts/troubleshooting, scoring, EKG rhythms, procedures and protocol, drugs and medications, and other basic information for quick reference. Each section is tabbed and color-coded for fast reference. This handy pocket-sized reference guide created specifically for Sleep Technicians offers just the right amount of information to help guide actions in the lab. Pages are waterproof and stainproof!




The Sleep Technician's Pocket Guide


Book Description

The Sleep Technician's Pocket Guide, Second Edition contains all the information sleep technicians need at their fingertips while in the sleep lab--patient hookup, artifacts/troubleshooting, scoring, EKG rhythms, procedures and protocol, drugs and medications, and other basic information for quick reference. Each section is tabbed and color-coded for fast reference. This handy pocket-sized reference guide, created specifically for Sleep Technicians, offers just the right amount of information to help guide actions in the lab. The Pocket Guide is also a great reference and study tool to help prepare for the RPSGT and CPSGT certification exams. Pages are waterproof and stain-proof! All content is updated to reflect the ICSD-3, AASM, and BRPT changes. Table of Contents Chapter 1: Normal Sleep Chapter 2: Sleep Disorders Chapter 3: Patient Flow Process Chapter 4: Life As A Sleep Technician Chapter 5: Diagnostic Equipment Chapter 6: Patient Hookup Procedures Chapter 7: Viewing a Polysomnogram Chapter 8: Artifacts and Troubleshooting Chapter 9: Performing an Overnight Sleep Study Chapter 10: Performing a CPAP Titration Chapter 11: Performing Other Types of Sleep Studies Chapter 12: Sleep Staging Chapter 13: Abnormal Events Chapter 14: Cardiac Rhythms Chapter 15: Scoring and Reporting Chapter 16: Pediatric Sleep Medicine Comprehensive Posttest Answers and Explanations Glossary Index References




Essentials of Polysomnography Value Bundle Textbook, Pocket Guide and Flashcards


Book Description

This bundle includes the text Essentials of Polysomnography, Second Edition as well as the Sleep Technician's Pocket Guide and The Sleep Technician's Flashcards. The Textbook Essentials of Polysomnography, Second Edition is a 386-page, full color text designed specifically for sleep technicians and professionals. The new compact design and layout includes the same amount of content from the First Edition, with updated content and images. This textbook is written by William H. Spriggs, a certified sleep technician, and is used in hospitals, sleep labs, physician offices, and colleges and universities around the world. The Second Edition is ideal for training new sleep technicians, and students interested in studying polysomnography, as well as physicians, sleep lab managers, DME reps, and sleep lab front office staff members. The Second Edition is also a great reference and study tool to help prepare for the RPSGT and CPSGT certification exams. The new edition's content and questions reflect the new ICSD-3 classifications, AASM Rules and address the BRPT new exam blueprints as well as the revised AASM Manual for the Scoring of Sleep and Associated Events released in July 2013, content includes: An overview of normal sleep and the history of sleep disorders Patient education and the patient flow process Life as a Sleep Technician Patient Hookup Procedures Polysomnography overview and interpretation Pediatric sleep medicine Hundreds of sample epochs depicting sleep stages, artifacts, and events New chapters/topics in the Second Edition include: Medical and Neurological effects on sleep Effects of Medicine on Sleep Additional coverage and review questions on Data Storage and Archiving More in-depth coverage of Pediatrics, including pediatric scoring information Updated, as well as more, coverage on ECG All content is updated to reflect the ICSD-3, AASM, and BRPT changes The Pocket Guide The Sleep Technician's Pocket Guide, Second Edition contains all the information sleep technicians need at their fingertips while in the sleep lab--patient hookup, artifacts/troubleshooting, scoring, EKG rhythms, procedures and protocol, drugs and medications, and other basic information for quick reference. Each section is color-coded for fast reference. This handy pocket-sized reference guide, created specifically for Sleep Technicians, offers just the right amount of information to help guide actions in the lab. The Pocket Guide is also a great reference and study tool to help prepare for the RPSGT and CPSGT certification exams. Pages are waterproof and stain-proof! All content is updated to reflect the ICSD-3, AASM, and BRPT changes.? The Flashcards The Sleep Technician's Flashcards, Second Edition are designed to test and reinforce students' knowledge base to prepare for the CPSGT and RPSGT board exams. This convenient study aid allows students to quiz themselves throughout their busy day. With 275 cards, these flashcards will help students maximize their comprehension of polysomnography and prepare them for their Certified Polysomnographic Technologist (CPSGT) and Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) Examinations. All content is updated to reflect the ICSD-3, AASM, and BRPT changes.




Spriggs's Essentials of Polysomnography: A Training Guide and Reference for Sleep Technicians


Book Description

Essentials of Polysomnography, Third Edition is a full color text designed specifically for sleep technicians and professionals. This is an excellent tool for training new sleep technicians or preparing for the RPSGT and CPSGT certification exams




Essentials of Polysomnography


Book Description

Essentials Of Polysomnography, Second Edition Is A 386-Page Full Color Text Designed Specifically For Sleep Technicians And Professionals. The New Compact Design And Layout Includes The Same Amount Of Content From The First Edition, With Updated Content And Images. This Textbook Is Written By William H. Spriggs, A Certified Sleep Technician, And Is Used In Hospitals, Sleep Labs, Physician Offices, And Colleges And Universities Around The World. The Second Edition Is Ideal For Training New Sleep Technicians, And Students Interested In Studying Polysomnography, As Well As Physicians, Sleep Lab Managers, DME Reps, And Sleep Lab Front Office Staff Members. The New Edition's Content And Questions Reflect The New ICSD-3 Classifications, AASM Rules And Address The BRPT New Exam Blueprints As Well As The Revised AASM Manual For The Scoring Of Sleep And Associated Events Released In July 2013, Content Includes: An Overview Of Normal Sleep And The History Of Sleep Disorders Patient Education And The Patient Flow Process Life As A Sleep Technician Patient Hookup Procedures Polysomnography Overview And Interpretation Pediatric Sleep Medicine Hundreds Of Sample Epochs Depicting Sleep Stages, Artifacts, And Events New Chapters/Topics In The Second Edition Include: Medical And Neurological Effects On Sleep Effects Of Medicine On Sleep Updated, As Well As More, Coverage On ECG All Content Is Updated To Reflect The ICSD-3, AASM, And BRPT Changes




Fundamentals of Sleep Technology


Book Description

Fundamentals of Sleep Technology provides a thorough understanding of the use of polysomnography and other technologies in the evaluation and management of sleep disorders. Coverage includes in-depth reviews of the neurophysiology and cardiopulmonary aspects of sleep, along with the pathophysiology of sleep disorders. Detailed sections on polysomnography include recording procedures, identifying and scoring sleep stages and sleep-related events, and report generation. Chapters discuss therapeutic interventions including positive airway pressure, supplemental oxygen, surgical and pharmacologic treatments, and patient education. A section focuses on pediatric sleep disorders and polysomnography. Also included are chapters on establishing and managing a sleep center and accrediting a sleep program. Fundamentals of Sleep Technology is endorsed by American Association of Sleep Technologists (AAST). AAST committees oversaw the development of this book, defining the table of contents, recruiting the Editors, and providing most of the contributors.




Handbook for Sleep Medicine Technologists


Book Description

Handbook for Sleep Medicine Technologists is the consummate tool for polysomnographic technologists, respiratory care practitioners, neurodiagnostic technologists, nurses, physician's assistants, and any other practitioners who need to understand or perform sleep studies. Students will find it particularly useful, as the book begins with fundamental principles and describes materials, techniques and expected results in great detail. From choosing equipment and setting up a sleep center to hooking up patients, running tests and scoring polysomnograms, the handbook covers every aspect of a technologist's job. There is also a large section on principles and theory, including effects of pharmacologic agents on sleep and a complete discussion of all currently recognized sleep disorders. This book is a perfect companion for any practicing technologist, student, or layperson wanting to understand the practice of sleep technology. It is an excellent reference and review source for the Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) Examination, and is utilized extensively by the American Association of Sleep Technologists (AAST) as a teaching guide in the Syllabus of the Curriculum in Polysomnographic Technology.




Introduction to Modern Sleep Technology


Book Description

Sleep medicine has been developing for more than 40 years. The current concepts in sleep technology are mainly centered on polysomnography (PSG) and issues related to sleep technicians. However, the editors believe that the true value of technology is revealed only when benefits to humanity are manifest. To this end, they endeavor to create a new era in sleep technology, one that will improve the quality of people's sleep and daily lives. This edited book, Introduction to Modern Sleep Technology, provides a comprehensive reference volume to the latest advancements in the area of Sleep Technology. It offers an excellent range of insights and opinions from leading researchers and experts in multiple disciplines spanning academia, clinical practice and industry. Up-to-date insights into the current research topics in this field are featured in addition to the latest technological advances with reference to appropriate working examples. The current book combines the five dimensions of knowledge, i.e., sleep medicine, clinical psychology engineering, industrial design and technology management to ensure the content is applicable to people's daily lives.




The Sleep Technician's Flash Cards


Book Description

A collection of flash cards designed to help sleep technicians learn terms, definitions, patient hookups, diagnosis, and scoring for sleep patients.




Fundamentals of Sleep Technology Workbook


Book Description

Fundamentals of Sleep Technology Workbook will be a companion title to Fundamentals of Sleep Technology, 2e, and will serve to reinforce and facilitate the reader's comprehension of material learned in the main text. The workbook, like the main text, will be an official text of the American Association of Sleep Technologists. The primary audiences for this text are sleep technologists and those currently enrolled in sleep technology programs.