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IMPORTÂNCIA DOS CUIDADOS AMBIENTAIS PARA A QUALIDADE DO SONO EM PACIENTES HOSPITALARES

Doi: 10.47094/2COBRAMUES.2025/RS/5

PALAVRAS CHAVE: Sono. Pacientes hospitalares. Ruído hospitalar.

KEYWORDS: Sleep. Hospital patients. Hospital noise.

ABSTRACT:
Introduction: Sleep quality is a crucial factor for the recovery and well-being of hospitalized patients; however, the hospital environment often presents multiple environmental stressors that compromise nighttime rest. This article presents a systematic literature review of studies published in the last five years (2020-2025) with the aim of synthesizing the scientific evidence on the influence of environmental care, such as noise, light, temperature, and humidity control, on the sleep quality of patients in hospital units. Methods: A thorough search was conducted in databases such as PubMed, SciELO, and LILACS, using controlled descriptors (MeSH/DeCS) and related keywords. The inclusion criteria focused on original research studies, reviews, and clinical guidelines that addressed the direct relationship between hospital environmental variables and sleep outcomes (e.g., total sleep time, latency, efficiency, and subjective perception). Preliminary results indicate that excessive noise (especially alarms and staff conversations) and nighttime exposure to artificial light are the main contributors to sleep fragmentation and decreased sleep efficiency. Conversely, the implementation of low-cost, highly effective environmental interventions, such as the use of earplugs, eye masks, and the adoption of " quiet time" protocols, demonstrates significant improvements. This article aims to support Health Education for professionals and managers, reinforcing the need to incorporate environmental management as an essential and non-pharmacological aspect of hospital care, promoting faster recovery and more humane care for these patients.

Autores

  • Adalgiza Mafra Moreno

  • Mirna Da Silva Oliveira

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