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VOL. 2, ISSUE 9 (2015)
Sleep Patterns of Medical Students in Ahmedabad: A Cross Sectional Study
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Dhara Prajapati, Rachana Kapadia, Pratik Bharucha
Abstract
Back ground: Sleep pattern is related to psychological, clinical, and social aspects. The medical student population is one of the populations that appear to be at increased risk for sleep deprivation. Sleep deprivation has been found to affect cognitive function in medical students. Objectives: To assess the sleep pattern among medical students. Methodology: A cross-sectional questionnaire-based study was done in 400 medical students. Questionnaire includes general information, sleeping patterns details and The Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS). Data analysis was done by Microsoft Excel and Epi-Info. Results: 80.75% students had sleep of 7 to 10 hours daily and 69.75% students were taking mid-day nap. 44.25% students were studying 4 to 6 hours daily. The Epworth Sleepiness Scale was normal in 63% participants. Conclusion: Medical students who suffer from sleep deprivation run a major risk of compromising their health but also are prone to commit medical errors in the care of patients.
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Pages:161-164
How to cite this article:
Dhara Prajapati, Rachana Kapadia, Pratik Bharucha "Sleep Patterns of Medical Students in Ahmedabad: A Cross Sectional Study". International Journal of Multidisciplinary Research and Development, Vol 2, Issue 9, 2015, Pages 161-164
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