Effects of Night Shifts on Sleep, Cognitive Performance, and Anxiety in Emergency Nurses: An Observational Within-Subject Study.

Key Points

• This research aims to explore the effects of night shift work on sleep quality, cognitive performance, and anxiety levels in emergency nurses.
• Observational study design
• Within-subject comparisons of nurses' performances during night shifts
• Assessment of sleep quality and anxiety levels
• Night shifts negatively affect sleep quality and cognitive performance
• Increased anxiety levels were reported by nurses working night shifts
• Structured rest opportunities may help mitigate these adverse effects