Document Type

Publication - Article

Sleep quality and the intention to modify sleep behaviors among night-shift nurses

Department

Nursing

Date of Activity

Winter 3-2024

Abstract

Purpose. To explore the relationship between sleep quality and intent to change sleep behaviors among night-shift nurses.

Methods. Full-time night shift nurses in the hospital setting completed a cross-sectional online survey including demographics, Snoring, Tiredness during daytime, Observed apnea, and High Blood Pressure (STOP) Questionnaire, the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI), and the Intention to Change Behavior Scale (ICBS). The relationship between PSQI and ICBS scores was tested using Spearman's rho correlation coefficient.

Results. Most participants reported poor sleep and did not engage in health behaviors that promote good sleep. There was a weak, positive relationship between PSQI and ICBS scores. Those who reported poor sleep quality indicated a high intent to improve sleep.

Conclusions. These findings support the need to improve sleep quality among night shift nurses.

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