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Sleep quality among shift-work nurses: A systematic review and meta-analysis.
Jiwon Kang1, Wonjung Noh1, Youngjin Lee2
1College of Nursing, Gachon University, Incheon, South Korea.
Applied Nursing Research : ANR
|January 7, 2020
Summary
A systematic review found aroma-inhalation therapy effectively improved sleep quality for shift-work nurses. This highlights a strategy to enhance nurses
Area of Science:
- Nursing Research
- Sleep Medicine
- Occupational Health
Background:
- Shift work significantly impacts nurses' sleep quality.
- There is a global need for evidence-based interventions to improve sleep for this population.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review sleep measurement instruments used for shift-work nurses.
- To analyze the effectiveness of interventions aimed at improving sleep quality in this group.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature review and meta-analysis of studies published up to August 2018.
- PICO framework utilized for study selection; Cochrane Review Manager 5.3 employed.
- Included 13 articles for review and 6 for meta-analysis, assessing subjective and physiological sleep data.
Main Results:
- Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index was the most common subjective measure.
- Actigraphy and sleep logs provided physiological data.
- Aroma-inhalation therapy demonstrated a significant positive effect on shift-work nurses' sleep quality.
Conclusions:
- Aroma-inhalation therapy is a viable strategy for improving shift-work nurses' sleep.
- Further development of sleep interventions is crucial for promoting nurses' health and job performance.
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