During the Exam Be honest — do not exaggerate or minimize your symptoms Describe your worst days, not just how you feel right now If something hurts during a range-of-motion test, say so Mention all functional limitations: sleep, work, chores, driving, social activities Report flare-ups: how often, how long, how severe, and what triggers them Do not say "I'm fine" out of habit — describe your actual condition Confirm you use a CPAP machine nightly (the 50% rating requires a breathing assistance device) Describe daytime hypersomnolence (excessive sleepiness) Mention if you fall asleep while driving, at work, or during conversations Report how sleep apnea affects your work and daily functioning If you have a secondary connection (e.g., to PTSD), mention it