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  • Gerontology and Geriatric Medicine
  • Sleep Science
  • Long-Term Care (LTC) Services

Background:

  • Long-term care (LTC) provides essential support for individuals with chronic illnesses or disabilities unable to perform daily activities independently.
  • Sleep disturbances are highly prevalent among LTC residents and are linked to an increased risk of requiring long-term care placement.
  • Effective identification and management of sleep issues are critical yet often overlooked components of quality care for vulnerable LTC populations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the characteristics and adverse effects of sleep disturbances in the long-term care setting.
  • To outline current clinical assessment and management approaches for sleep disturbances among LTC residents.
  • To identify key implications for future research and clinical practice in LTC sleep health.

Main Methods:

  • This study is a comprehensive literature review.
  • It synthesizes existing research on sleep disturbances in long-term care.
  • The review covers the nature, consequences, assessment, and management of sleep issues in this population.

Main Results:

  • Sleep disturbances are common in long-term care residents and negatively affect their health and well-being.
  • Poor sleep is associated with a higher likelihood of needing long-term care services.
  • Current clinical practices for assessing and managing sleep problems in LTC require further attention and refinement.

Conclusions:

  • Improving the identification and management of sleep disturbances is essential for enhancing the quality of care in long-term care facilities.
  • Further research is needed to develop evidence-based interventions for sleep problems in LTC residents.
  • Clinical practice should prioritize sleep health as a critical component of geriatric care within long-term care settings.