Barriers and Levers to the Implementation of Napping During Night Shift Work in Healthcare Workers: A Qualitative Study in a French University Hospital.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Healthcare workers are exposed to health risks associated with shift work including cognitive impairments associated with decreased alertness, increased drowsiness, and disturbances in circadian rhythms. Although workplace napping has been shown to provide potential health benefits, its practical implementation within hospital settings remains limited. Thus, the aim of this study was to identify the barriers and levers to implementing a nap break at the workplace during night shift among nurses and care assistants.

Methods

This qualitative study uses both individual and collective semistructured interviews and aims to identify perceived barriers and levers in implementing a dedicated space and break for napping during night work in a French University Hospital.

SUBMITTER: Mazouz M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12714173 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature