When nurses are sleep deprived, the quality of patient care can decline. Some of the potential impacts include:
Medication Errors: Increased likelihood of mistakes in medication administration. Reduced Patient Safety: Higher risk of accidents and injuries due to impaired judgment. Poor Communication: Reduced ability to effectively communicate with patients and other healthcare team members. Decreased Patient Satisfaction: Lower levels of patient satisfaction due to perceived inattentiveness or lack of empathy from nurses.
