Valoración de la higiene del sueño en los profesionales de salud en el área de hospitalización de cirugía en un hospital de la ciudad de Guayaquil 2024 – 2025.

Abstract

The lack of adequate sleep hygiene among healthcare professionals can lead to negative consequences both personally and professionally. Objective: To assess the sleep hygiene of healthcare professionals working in the surgical hospitalization area of a hospital in the city of Guayaquil during the 2024–2025 period. Methodology: A descriptive, quantitative, crosssectional, and prospective study. Population: Composed of 101 healthcare professionals who met the inclusion criteria. Technique: survey, Instrument: Structured survey based on the Sleep Hygiene Index. Results: The predominant age group was 25 to 30 years (30%), with single marital status (55%) and nursing staff (41%) being the most common. Regarding work shifts, the morning shift was the most frequent (42%). As for sleep disorders, insomnia was present in 65% of participants, hypersomnia in 45%, and sleep apnea in 40%. Poor sleep habits were identified, such as the consumption of stimulants before bedtime, using the bed for activities other than sleeping, and having an uncomfortable sleeping environment. Conclusion: A high prevalence of insomnia was found among healthcare professionals in the surgical area. Timely educational, environmental, and organizational interventions may improve sleep quality and prevent associated complications.