OVERNIGHT SLEEP STUDIESIf the physician believes it necessary, he will discuss and schedule an overnight sleep study.The patient has the opportunity to tour the Center before the study. This lessens any anxiety the patient may have. a) On the night of the sleep study, patients come to the Center about an hour before their usual bedtime. b) Please enter through the front door utilizing the buzzer. c) Please have clean hair and scalp with no hair spray or oils. **Hair must be loose with no braids, weaves, etc.** Kindly remove all makeup. No body oils or lotions. d) Please take all prescribed medications unless otherwise instructed by your physician. Do Not take any "over-the-counter" drugs, especially allergy or cold remedies. You may take regular Tylenol, Aspirin or Advil the day of the test. e) No Caffeine or alcohol the day of the study. This includes coffee, tea, soft drinks, or chocolate. You may drink any caffeine free beverages you wish. f) Please remain awake the entire day of the study. Do Not Nap! g) Please have your evening meal prior to reporting to the lab. h) Clothes to sleep in are a must. Bring pajamas or shorts and tee shirt, not your "best" sleep clothes due to the possibility of a drip or spot of electrode adhesive. (This adhesive is insoluble with water). i) Friends or family members who accompany patients to the lab may not remain in the Lab during the study. j) Do not bring any electronic equipment (TV, radio, pager, phone or computer). k) Technicians will position dime-sized sensors at various points on the body to continuously record brain waves, muscle activity, leg and arm movements, heart rhythms, and other body functions during sleep.
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