July 2022 PMID 35021263

Effect of earplug/eye mask on sleep and delirium in intensive care patients.

Reva Balci Akpinar, Meyreme Aksoy, Elif Kant

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Peak: 11 in Feb 2022

across 2 sources since Jan 2022

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What people are saying

The discussions reflect a strong support for the research, with posts describing the study outcomes like 'eyemasks and earplugs improve sleep quality and may reduce delirium,' and referencing the method 'RCT' to highlight scientific rigor. The tone is optimistic and practical, emphasizing the potential for these simple interventions to impact ICU patient care.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions support the positive findings, emphasizing benefits like improved sleep and reduced delirium, indicating general agreement with the research.

InterestHigh interest

The posts demonstrate high interest, with many referencing the specific interventions, clinical settings, and potential benefits, suggesting active engagement.

EngagementModerate engagement

Several comments discuss the study's methodology, such as randomized controlled trials, and implications for ICU care, showing moderate depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

Participants generally see this research as potentially influential for ICU protocols, though some posts are more suggestive than definitive about widespread changes.

Abstract in brief

The study examined whether using earplugs and eye masks at night could improve sleep quality and reduce delirium in ICU patients, finding that these interventions significantly improved sleep and lowered delirium scores compared to routine care.
The experiment involved 84 patients split into two groups: one used earplugs and eye masks, while the other received standard care, with data collected via questionnaires and delirium screening tools.
Results showed significant improvements over time in sleep quality and delirium levels for the group using earplugs and eye masks, suggesting these simple interventions can benefit ICU patients' recovery.]

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Bridget Honan

@likeadoc · X

Could providing our boarded patients with eye masks and ear plugs overnight help? https://t.co/o7W6Zt318U.

Oct 2, 2022 · 210 followers View post →

Peter Nydahl

@NydahlPeter · X

RT @niccjournal: The next paper in this issue of #NICCJournal investigates the effects of overnight use of earplugs and eye masks by intens…

Jul 27, 2022 · 9 shares · 4,874 followers View post →

Josef Trapani

@josef_trapani · X

RT @niccjournal: The next paper in this issue of #NICCJournal investigates the effects of overnight use of earplugs and eye masks by intens…

Jul 26, 2022 · 9 shares · 478 followers View post →

Caroline Dodds

@cazwroe · X

RT @niccjournal: The next paper in this issue of #NICCJournal investigates the effects of overnight use of earplugs and eye masks by intens…

Jul 26, 2022 · 9 shares · 715 followers View post →

Debbie Long

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RT @niccjournal: The next paper in this issue of #NICCJournal investigates the effects of overnight use of earplugs and eye masks by intens…

Jul 25, 2022 · 9 shares · 827 followers View post →

Dale Needham, MD, PhD

@DrDaleNeedham · X

RT @niccjournal: The next paper in this issue of #NICCJournal investigates the effects of overnight use of earplugs and eye masks by intens…

Jul 25, 2022 · 9 shares · 11,594 followers View post →

Hopkins ICU Rehab

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RT @niccjournal: The next paper in this issue of #NICCJournal investigates the effects of overnight use of earplugs and eye masks by intens…

Jul 25, 2022 · 9 shares · 12,006 followers View post →

Elizabeth Scruth PhD MPH CCNS CCRN FCCM FCNS

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RT @niccjournal: The next paper in this issue of #NICCJournal investigates the effects of overnight use of earplugs and eye masks by intens…

Jul 25, 2022 · 9 shares · 136 followers View post →

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