In this module we show you how to assess the quality and timing of an older person’s sleep:
are they getting enough sleep at night and is it sufficient to not feel tired or sleepy during the day.
You’ll learn about assessing a person’s sleep patterns and see a sleep assessment of Anna, an aged care resident who is having some problems with her sleep.
We explore issues to consider when assessing sleep in an older person: depression
physical activity and diet
sleep apnoea
medications
light and circadian rhythm
and mental and social engagement.
This is module 2 in the 3-part module series: Sleep Matters
Learning Outcomes
After completing this module, staff should be able to:
Describe key points about the timing and quality of sleep
Conduct a sleep assessment using the SleepCOG tool
Describe the role of the following factors in assessing sleep: Medications, Diet and exercise, Exposure to light, Social & cognitive engagement, Depression, Pain, Environmental factors
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Understand some of the issues older people have with their sleep, learn about the association between sleep and dementia and uncover ways that nurses and care workers can optimise sleep for those living in aged care.
