Impact of Sleep Deprivation on Health Practitioners' Performance | ||||
Egyptian Journal of Chemistry | ||||
Volume 67, Issue 13, December 2024, Page 825-835 PDF (303.57 K) | ||||
Document Type: Review Articles | ||||
DOI: 10.21608/ejchem.2024.320087.10400 | ||||
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Authors | ||||
Hamad Fraih Alanazi1; Salman Abdullah Alamri2; Ahmad Ebrahem Mofarreh1; Mazen Hassan Abu Illah2; Ali Tareq Alhabib3; Hanan Obaid Al Mutairi4; Naif Naja Alotaibi5; Abdulrahman Nuwaish Saud Alotaibi5; Nayif Jazaae Alshamrii6; Yousef Mubarak Badia Alharbi6; Ibtisam Hamdan Refaei Almutairi7; Fatimah Jameel Al -Qobaii7 | ||||
1Emergency Medical Technician (EMT), Minstery of Health, Saudia Arabia | ||||
2Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Minstery of Health, Saudia Arabia | ||||
3Family Medicine Physician (FMF), Minstery of Health, Saudia Arabia | ||||
4Nursing, Minstery of Health, Saudia Arabia | ||||
5Prince Sultan Militarian Medical City, Saudi Arabia | ||||
6Northern Area Armed Forces Hospital (NAAFH), Saudi Arabia | ||||
7Minstery of Health, Saudia Arabia | ||||
Abstract | ||||
Background: Sleep deprivation is a common issue among health practitioners, particularly surgeons, and can significantly impact their performance and patient safety. Insufficient sleep affects cognitive functions, decision-making, and overall well-being, leading to increased risks in clinical settings. Aim: This study aims to explore the effects of sleep deprivation on the performance of health practitioners, emphasizing the need for effective management strategies to mitigate its negative consequences. Methods: A comprehensive review of existing literature was conducted, focusing on studies that analyze the correlation between sleep quality and job performance among healthcare professionals. Key factors such as cognitive function, emotional regulation, and patient care outcomes were assessed. Results: Findings indicate that sleep-deprived practitioners exhibit reduced cognitive abilities, impaired decision-making, and increased likelihood of errors. Moreover, chronic sleep deprivation is linked to burnout and mental health disorders, further compromising patient care. Conclusion: Ensuring adequate sleep and promoting well-being among health practitioners is crucial for maintaining high standards of patient care. Institutions must prioritize sleep health in scheduling and support systems to enhance both practitioner performance and patient safety. | ||||
Keywords | ||||
Sleep Deprivation; Health Practitioners; Performance; Patient Safety; Burnout | ||||
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