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  • Nursing
  • Occupational Health
  • Transportation Safety

Background:

  • Nurses, as shift workers, face increased risks of drowsy driving due to demanding work schedules and insufficient rest periods.
  • Shift work in nursing is a known contributor to fatigue, impacting alertness during commutes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the prevalence of drowsy driving among nurses.
  • To understand the extent to which fatigue affects nurses' commuting safety.

Main Methods:

  • A descriptive cross-sectional cohort study design was employed.
  • An electronic survey was distributed to a large cohort of nurses (n=7,217).
  • Data analysis included responses from 2,205 participating nurses.

Main Results:

  • 30% (672 nurses) reported dozing off while driving to work.
  • 44.6% (976 nurses) felt unsafe or uncomfortable during their commute due to drowsiness.
  • The findings indicate a substantial prevalence of drowsy driving and related fatigue issues among nurses.

Conclusions:

  • Nurses are significantly affected by drowsy driving, posing risks to themselves and the public.
  • Healthcare leaders should explore fatigue mitigation strategies, such as napping, to enhance nurse well-being and safety.
  • Addressing nurse fatigue is crucial for improving both workforce health and public safety.