Sleep Test Preparations

Follow these steps to prepare for your child's sleep study at Children's Hospital:

• Your child should not have caffeine or chocolate after 11 a.m.
• No afternoon naps after 2 p.m. if your child is over the age of 5.
• Bring any formula, diapers or pacifiers your baby may need overnight. Sleep wear should be worn or brought from home.
• Make sure your child is bathed and his hair is washed before arrival.
• Your child should take his usual medicines as directed throughout the evening. If your child is having a CPAP or BiPAP study, bring the mask and headgear that you previously received from your doctor.
• Bring your child's pillow, favorite blanket or stuffed animal.
• Eat before arriving at the Sleep Center. You may bring snacks and drinks with you.
• Arrive at the Sleep Center by 7:30 p.m.
• We can only accommodate one parent per patient. If your child needs both parents to stay with him, call our office 24 hours prior to the study.
• If your child is sick the day of the study, call before the appointment to reschedule.
• If needed, arrange for transportation to pick up by 6:30 a.m.

The test will begin close to your child's bedtime and end between 5:30 and 6 a.m. the next morning. Technicians will not give you the results of your child's test. If you have any other questions regarding your child's sleep study, please call the Sleep Medicine Center at 865-769-7900.

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