Talking with your health care team

It’s important to prepare for your appointments so that you can get all of your questions answered.
Keep a log of your sleep habits and how you’ve been feeling. Be ready to share information about other health issues or life stressors. Write down a list of questions ahead of time. Some helpful questions might include:

• Do I need a sleep study? How do I prepare for it?
• Is there a sleep specialist you would recommend?
• What will the results tell us?
• How is my sleep affecting my heart?
• What treatments would you recommend?
• Could my weight be contributing to my sleep apnea? If so, how can I safely lose weight?
• Do I need CPAP therapy?
• Can I travel with a CPAP machine?
• What can I do to make the CPAP more comfortable?
• Will my treatment for sleep apnea be temporary or long-term?
• What steps can I take to get a better night’s sleep? What about to lower stress?