SleepA2Z

18/06/2026

Understanding the difference between time in bed and total recording time in a sleep lab is crucial. While they can sometimes overlap, they aren't always the same. Total recording time captures everything from initial setup to final departure, including electrode application and safety monitoring. Time in bed, however, excludes periods when a patient is out of bed, like using the restroom. This distinction is vital for accurate sleep studies and patient safety protocols.

17/06/2026

Understanding the difference between Total Recording Time (TRT) and Time in Bed (TIB) is crucial for accurate sleep analysis. TRT includes all recorded data, while sleep latency ends at the first epoch of sleep. Discover what normal adult sleep efficiency looks like and key indicators for pediatric sleep studies.

16/06/2026

Understanding REM latency is crucial for sleep health, measured from sleep onset to your first REM period. Also, know about RERAs and the RDI, which now often fall under hypopneas. These affect sleep quality by causing arousals and fragmentation.

15/06/2026

Curious about UARS and OSA? We break down the differences in how they're measured, from invasive esophageal balloons to the more accessible PTAF. Learn why both airflow and pressure sensors are crucial for accurate diagnosis.

14/06/2026

Chainsaw respiration, common in heart failure and post-stroke patients, involves specific cyclical patterns. Learn the criteria, including the crescendo-decrescendo pattern and saturation fluctuations. We also touch on ASV treatment and the nuances of insomnia, including early, middle, and late types.

14/06/2026

Demystifying sleep study insurance coverage. Learn about the arousal index, its components, and the difference between RDI and AHI. We also clarify total sleep time units and recording duration.

13/06/2026

Dear Colleagues:

We are still accepting registrations for our upcoming Network of Asia-Pacific Sleep Specialists (www.napss.org) meeting scheduled for July 4-5, 2026 in Jakarta, Indonesia.

For your information, we are a US non-profit organization and have been in existence for a little over 19 years.

Our primary goal/mission is to provide continuing education and sleep medicine updates to our colleagues all around the Asia-Pacific region; though we have reached out to others beyond this area.

This year’s attendees (face to face or virtual) are from the following countries: United States, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, New Zealand, Australia, Thailand, Kuwait, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, United Kingdom, Saudi Arabia, Canada, and Peoples Republic of China.

For those of you who are contemplating attending virtually (via Zoom), you do not have to attend on the exact date and time of the meeting.

This meeting will be recorded and will be accessible up to 7 days post-meeting.

We will be providing fourteen (14.0) Continuing Education Credits awarded by the Board of Registered Polysomnographic Technologists.

The registration cost for this meeting is only $150.00 USD.

We do not offer an early bird or late registration fee as it is just one flat fee.

Where else can you receive this many CECs for this low amount? We will stop taking registrations on July 2.

To register, please click on this link:

https://form.jotform.com/260098532391459

Looking forward to see you there either face to face or virtually!

Sincerely,

Glenn Roldan, RPSGT, RST, CCSH
President, NAPSS

REGISTRATION LINKS BELOW Attendee Registration Exhibitor Registration Venue: DoubleTree by Hilton Jakarta Bintaro Jaya https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/jktbtdi-doubletree-jakarta-bintaro-jaya/

13/06/2026

When do heart rhythm changes become an emergency? Learn to distinguish between V-tach and V-fib, and why ST elevation demands immediate attention. Crucial knowledge for monitoring.

12/06/2026

Insomnia isn't one-size-fits-all. It can manifest as difficulty falling asleep, waking up too early, or struggling to return to sleep after waking. Knowing the type can help address it.

11/06/2026

Running a sleep lab involves more than just having beds. From queen-size needs to patient comfort in non-ideal spaces, preparation is key. Anticipating needs like oxygen for COPD patients or clarifying split-night study orders proactively ensures a smoother shift and better patient care.