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What Role Do Nurses Play in Enhancing Patient Sleep Quality?

Nurses play a pivotal role in improving patient sleep quality through:
Assessment: Regularly assess patients' sleep patterns and problems using tools like the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI).
Education: Educate patients on the importance of sleep and ways to improve it.
Environmental Modification: Minimize noise and light in patient rooms and promote a calm and restful environment.
Medication Management: Administer sleep aids judiciously and monitor their effects.
Holistic Approaches: Encourage non-pharmacological interventions like aromatherapy or massage therapy.

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