Module
Internist module: Obstructive sleep apnea after stroke (screening + referral workflow)
An internist workflow for OSA after stroke: who to screen, what to ask, referral pathways, and how OSA treatment can support BP control and daytime function (concept)
ClinicianClinicianIntermediate20 minClinical (pro)
Educational only
Educational only — follow local sleep medicine pathways and patient-specific considerations.
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For acute respiratory distress or new neuro deficits, seek emergency evaluation.
What you'll learn
- Identify high-risk OSA features in stroke survivors
- Create a standardized referral and follow-up loop for sleep studies
- Link OSA management to BP control, fatigue, and adherence
Why OSA matters
- BP
- Arrhythmia risk
- Daytime function
Screening
- Snoring
- Witnessed apnea
- Sleepiness
Referral loop
- Order
- Complete
- Result
- Treatment adherence follow-up
Practice check
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References
- NHLBISleep Apnea