Intervenciones de enfermería en los trastornos de sueño en el personal de salud

Abstract

Introduction: Sufficient and quality sleep is essential for restoring energy levels, as sleep regulation directly impacts brain function and an individual's behavior in social and occupational settings. Understanding the incidence of sleep disorders among healthcare professionals, along with associated factors, complications, therapeutic approaches, and nursing interventions, is crucial. This research aims to determine nursing interventions for sleep disorders in healthcare professionals. Methodology: The study employed a narrative literature review methodology. Results: High prevalence of sleep disorders was observed among healthcare professionals, with a particular focus on female participants over 35 years of age and with more years of work experience. Various factors, including sociodemographic, physiological, psychological, psychosocial, interpersonal, occupational, and institutional aspects, were found to be associated with sleep disorders; leading to severe complications that impact overall health, generate stress, anxiety, mood disturbances, and various diseases such as hypertension, diabetes, hypothyroidism, and low back pain. The therapeutic approach involves a combination of actions, programs, and complementary treatments aimed at preventing, controlling, and reducing sleep disorders. Conclusions: Nursing interventions consist of a range of multidisciplinary initiatives, including strategies and programs designed to promote comprehensive well-being. These interventions have a positive impact on work performance optimization and improvement in healthcare provision. Keywords: Sleep disorders, nursing intervention, healthcare professionals.