Improving sleep hygiene and quality of life for hemodialysis patients
Effects Of Sleep Hygıene Educatıon And Motıvatıonal Intervıewıng On Sleep Hygıene, Sleep Qualıty And Qualıty Of Lıfe In Hemodıalysıs Patıents: A Randomızed Controlled Trıal
This study is testing whether teaching better sleep habits and providing support can help improve sleep and overall quality of life for people on hemodialysis.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Akdeniz University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Antalya) |
| Trial ID | NCT06583135 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the impact of sleep hygiene education and motivational interviewing on patients undergoing hemodialysis. Participants will receive face-to-face training on sleep hygiene followed by four online motivational interview sessions over six weeks. The effectiveness of this intervention will be assessed through pre-tests and post-tests measuring sleep hygiene, sleep quality, and overall quality of life. The goal is to enhance the well-being of individuals receiving hemodialysis treatment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are adults aged 18 and over who have been on a routine hemodialysis program for at least three months and have a score of 26 or higher on the Sleep Hygiene Index.
Not a fit: Patients with health issues affecting sleep patterns, such as sleep apnea or mental health disorders, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve sleep quality and overall quality of life for patients undergoing hemodialysis.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown positive outcomes with motivational interviewing and sleep hygiene education, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Patients undergoing hemodialysis at Akdeniz University Hospital * Having been on a routine hemodialysis program for at least 3 months, * Having a score of ≥ 26 according to the Sleep Hygiene Index * Having dialysis adequacy (KT/V and URR values within normal range) * Being an individual aged 18 and over * Not having any written or verbal communication barriers * Being able to use technological devices such as computers, tablets, mobile phones to conduct online motivational interviews * Being willing to participate in online motivational interviews Exclusion Criteria: * Having a health problem that affects sleep patterns (sleep apnea, surgical operation (temporary hemodialysis catheter insertion and other surgical procedures, depression, anxiety disorder, etc.) * Having previously attended any motivational interview session for sleep hygiene
Where this trial is running
Antalya
- Akdeniz University Hospital — Antalya, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Melek AVCI
- Email: mlkavc07@gmail.com
- Phone: 2422272863
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.