“Once the patient is in bed, ready for sleep, the wires usually do not interfere with sleep," says Kline. They can read, relax or even watch television before going to sleep since many sleep centers have TVs in the room.
Can you bring your phone to a sleep study?
Do not use creams, lotions or gel on your skin or hair. You can bring your cell phone, laptop, magazines or books with you. It is also important that you do not have caffeine after lunch on the day of your sleep study.
What should you not do before a sleep study?
You may be advised to avoid drinks or food containing alcohol or caffeine during the afternoon and evening before polysomnography. Alcohol and caffeine can change your sleep patterns, and they may make symptoms of some sleep disorders worse. Napping in the afternoon before a sleep study is discouraged.2020-12-01
Can someone stay with you during a sleep study?
Significant others may have helpful insight during the evaluation stage, but they are not usually permitted to stay with you on the night of your study.
Can I use my phone during a sleep study?
You can bring your cell phone, laptop, magazines or books with you. It is also important that you do not have caffeine after lunch on the day of your sleep study.
What happens if you can't sleep during a sleep study?
If you absolutely can't sleep during your study, you may be able to take a sleeping pill. This is one of the questions to ask ahead of time. Unless you take a prescription sleep aid regularly, you'll be able to use a light over the counter medication like melatonin or Benadryl.2020-05-07
Can I play on my phone during a sleep study?
You can bring your cell phone, laptop, magazines or books with you. It is also important that you do not have caffeine after lunch on the day of your sleep study.
What can you bring to a sleep study?
Please wear something comfortable such as gym shorts, loose lounge pants and a t-shirt or pajamas. Any personal toiletries and a change of clothes for after the study. Any medications, both prescription and over the counter that you usually take prior bedtime. Technologists are unable to dispense any medications.
Can I watch TV during my sleep study?
“Once the patient is in bed, ready for sleep, the wires usually do not interfere with sleep," says Kline. They can read, relax or even watch television before going to sleep since many sleep centers have TVs in the room.