ABOHNS Sleep Medicine study plan

Map the full diagnostic criteria for adult OSA, including severity thresholds by AHI and ODI, from memory

Differentiate central vs obstructive vs mixed apnea events on a described polysomnogram tracing

List and explain the major cardiovascular, metabolic, and neurocognitive sequelae of untreated OSA

Compare the leading adult OSA screening instruments and state their sensitivities and limitations

Explain the mechanisms and expected findings of the key adult OSA phenotypes (anatomical, loop gain, arousal threshold, muscle responsiveness)

Interpret a described PSG report to select appropriate positive airway pressure settings and interface

Outline the indications, contraindications, and outcomes for the main non-PAP adult OSA therapies (oral appliance, positional therapy, hypoglossal nerve stimulation, weight management)

Describe the preoperative airway evaluation and perioperative risk stratification for an adult OSA patient undergoing upper airway surgery

State the AASM scoring rules for sleep stages, arousals, and respiratory events

Distinguish the indications and limitations of in-lab polysomnography, home sleep apnea testing, and actigraphy

Calculate AHI, RDI, and ODI from a provided set of event counts and total sleep time

Identify common artifacts and technical pitfalls on a described PSG recording and propose corrections

Contrast pediatric OSA diagnostic criteria, scoring rules, and severity thresholds with adult criteria

Explain the role of adenotonsillectomy versus CPAP in pediatric OSA and the indications for each

Classify central sleep apnea syndromes by mechanism and describe appropriate evaluation for each

Differentiate obesity hypoventilation syndrome from other hypoventilation syndromes using clinical and blood gas findings

Describe the two-process model of sleep regulation and the neuroanatomy of the sleep-wake switch

Explain normal sleep architecture changes across the lifespan

Apply cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia principles and contrast them with pharmacologic approaches

Distinguish the circadian rhythm sleep-wake disorders and state the diagnostic and treatment approach for each

Apply the diagnostic criteria for narcolepsy type 1 and type 2, including MSLT interpretation rules

Differentiate narcolepsy from idiopathic hypersomnia and insufficient sleep syndrome

Classify NREM and REM parasomnias and describe the clinical features that distinguish them from nocturnal seizures

Explain the diagnosis and management of restless legs syndrome and periodic limb movement disorder

Describe the bidirectional relationships between sleep disorders and psychiatric, cardiovascular, and metabolic disease

Explain how comorbid conditions alter the evaluation and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing

Compare surgical options for OSA in adults by patient selection, success rates, and complications

Outline the perioperative and practice-management considerations for sleep surgery, including documentation and reimbursement basics

Review upper airway anatomy and its surgical landmarks as they relate to sleep surgery

Complete a timed mixed-domain practice set and analyze errors by domain

Revisit the two lowest-scoring domains from prior weeks and correct specific knowledge gaps

Consolidate high-yield facts into a single review document