According to the AASM criteria, an apnea is scored when airflow drops by at least what percentage from baseline for ≥10 seconds?

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A90%
B50%
C30%
D70%

✓ Correct answer: A. 90% An apnea requires a ≥90% drop in airflow from baseline lasting ≥10 seconds. A 30% drop defines a hypopnea, and 50% is not the threshold for either criterion.

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