Can extending time between vital sign checks improve sleep in hematopoietic stem cell transplant patients? Testing feasibility, acceptability, and preliminary efficacy
Lauren C. Daniel,
Kimberly L. Venella,
Kelsey Woodard
et al.
Abstract:BackgroundPatients undergoing hematopoietic stem cell transplant (HSCT) experience barriers to quality sleep. Frequent vital sign checks are necessary early posttransplant given risk of complications but can disrupt sleep. This study tested feasibility and acceptability of extending time between checking vitals (EVs) from every 4 to every 6 h to improve sleep.ProcedureHSCT patients ages 8–21 years (N = 50, mean age = 14.06, SD = 3.58) and their caregivers were enrolled 1–2 days prior to transplant, and 40 pati… Show more
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