Technologist’s Handbook for Understanding and Implementing the Scoring Manual (Online)-PDF

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The AASM Manual provides scoring rules for sleep stages and technical specifications for PSG recordings, including calibration and equipment features. It discusses scoring criteria for different sleep stages and events, and emphasizes the importance of consistent scoring rules and documentation. The rules for scoring limb movements are explained, and criteria for scoring apneas and hypopneas are provided. The document also includes definitions and explanations for terms and concepts related to sleep studies.

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AASM Manual

scoring rules

sleep stages

PSG recordings

calibration

equipment features

limb movements

apneas

hypopneas

sleep studies