Effects of Shift Work in a Sample of Italian Nurses: Analysis of Rest-Activity Circadian Rhythm

Effects of Shift Work in a Sample of Italian Nurses: Analysis of Rest-Activity Circadian Rhythm

Shift work can lead to circadian desynchronization due to temporary misalignment between working hours and physiological and behavioral functioning, resulting in compromised health, insomnia, worsening of sleep quality, reduced ability to work during waking hours, and increased cardiovascular risk....

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Main Authors: Letizia Galasso, Antonino Mulè, Lucia Castelli, Emiliano Cè, Vincenzo Condemi, Giuseppe Banfi, Eliana Roveda, Angela Montaruli, Fabio Esposito
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2021-08-01
Series:International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health
Subjects:
activity levels
actigraphic monitoring
shift work
nurses
health care
occupational health
Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/16/8378

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