Managing Sleep Disorders with Chronic Illnesses Across the Lifespan

Poor sleep is no longer considered just a symptom of chronic illness; poor sleep is now viewed as a consequence of chronic illness. The documented adverse effects of not getting enough sleep or having a poor quality of sleep include fatigue, irritability, poor concentration, poor work and school performance, driving and occupational-related injuries, depression, and poor quality of life. Patient reports of sleeping problems may be a precursor to an underlying medical condition or exacerbated by treatment of a current health condition.
Source: Nursing Clinics of North America - Category: Nursing Authors: Tags: Preface Source Type: research