Improving sleep management in people with Parkinson's

British Journal of Community Nursing
Pamela GregoryAnna Lynall

Abstract

This article considers the practicality and patient benefits of transferring evidence-based sleep management skills to community health professionals. Sleep disturbances are among the most frequently reported and poorly managed non-motor symptoms in Parkinson's. But, despite their prevalence, sleep problems in Parkinson's are often under-recognized, under-diagnosed and inadequately treated. To raise awareness and improve patient care in Parkinson's, a three-day sleep management course was developed for Parkinson's disease nurse specialists (PDNSs) practising within NHS Scotland. The course aimed to transfer skills in health education as applied to sleep and insomnia; the assessment of sleep; the practice of sleep hygiene; delivering relaxation methods; the use of stimulus control and sleep restriction procedures; and cognitive approaches to insomnia management. Between June 2010 and July 2011, 38 PDNSs and practising occupational therapists undertook the course. Interviews and evaluations with patients and professionals were carried out afterwards. Patients reported a reduction in anxiety over sleep problems, feeling able to manage their sleep, and having a sense of control over their sleep. Programme outcomes suggest that the ...Continue Reading

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