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Sleep disturbances post coronary artery bypass surgery
K M Schaefer1, D Swavely, C Rothenberger
1Allentown College of St. Francis de Sales, Center Valley, Pennsylvania 18034, USA.
Progress in Cardiovascular Nursing
|January 1, 1996
Summary
Over half of patients experience sleep disturbances after coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) surgery, often due to pain and discomfort. These issues persist for up to six months, requiring targeted nursing interventions.
Area of Science:
- Cardiology
- Sleep Medicine
- Nursing Research
Background:
- Sleep disturbances are common in patients following major cardiac surgery.
- Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) surgery can significantly impact patient recovery and well-being.
- Understanding post-operative sleep patterns is crucial for effective patient care.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the nature and frequency of sleep pattern disturbances in patients after Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) surgery.
- To identify the primary causes of sleep disturbances in the post-CABG period.
- To provide data for developing targeted nursing interventions.
Main Methods:
- An exploratory study design was employed.
- Telephone interviews were conducted with 49 patients at one week, one month, three months, and six months post-CABG.
- Data collected focused on the incidence and nature of sleep disturbances.
Main Results:
- More than 50% of patients reported sleep disturbances at all measurement points.
- Common causes included incisional pain, difficulty finding a comfortable position, and nocturia.
- While decreasing in frequency, these sleep disturbances persisted for up to six months post-surgery.
Conclusions:
- Sleep pattern disturbances are a prevalent and persistent issue for patients following CABG surgery.
- Nursing interventions should be developed to address pain, positional discomfort, and nocturia to improve sleep quality.
- Further research is needed to evaluate the efficacy of interventions aimed at enhancing post-CABG sleep.