Related Experiment Video
Updated: Sep 18, 2025

Author Spotlight: Unveiling the Connection Between Sleep Disorders and Cognitive Symptoms in Depression
Published on: April 26, 2024
Assessing and Promoting Sleep Health: A Brief Guide for Nurses
Youngran Cha1, Suzanne S Dickerson
1Youngran Cha is a doctoral student and research assistant at the University at Buffalo School of Nursing, Buffalo, NY, where Suzanne S. Dickerson is a professor and associate dean for the PhD program and faculty development. Contact author: Youngran Cha, ycha2@buffalo.edu. The authors and planners have disclosed no potential conflicts of interest, financial or otherwise.
Abstract:
Despite the importance of sleep for maintaining health and well-being, there is a notable lack of educational curricula and training on sleep health in nursing schools and clinical settings. To ensure holistic care, it is essential for nurses to be well-prepared to assess and address sleep-related issues. This article outlines foundational information on sleep; general sleep health assessment; symptoms, risk factors, and screening measures related to obstructive sleep apnea, insomnia, and circadian rhythm sleep disorders; and practical strategies to promote healthy sleep.
Related Concept Videos
Insufficient Sleep and Sleep Deprivation
Sleep deprivation is a more severe form of sleep loss...
Management of Insomnia
Nursing Assessment
The nurse collects all aspects of the patient's health in the initial assessment, establishing priorities for ongoing focused assessments...
Aims Of Nursing
Hypertension V: Nursing Management
Nurses' Legal Responsibilities II
Communication between nurses and...

