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Effects Of An Educational Module On Perceived Knowledge, Perceived Barriers, And Attitudes Related To Sleep-Promoting Practices Among Bedside Nursing Staff Within A Medical Intensive Care Unit, Arden Gross
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Background: Adult patients in the critical care setting are at risk for experiencing sleep disruption due to critical illness and environmental factors. The effects of disruption to the sleep/wake cycle has been associated with dysregulation of biological processes such as healing and immune system functioning. Current literature includes the use of sleep-promoting protocols that aim to reduce environmental disruptors of sleep in the critical care setting. However, there is a disconnect between the perceived importance of sleep and clinical practice. Additionally, there is a gap in literature exploring the effects of educational-modalities on nursing staff knowledge, perceptions, and attitudes related …