Alyna Shanel Baluca - Philippines

Abstract of the presentation

A Quantitative Study on the Sleep Quality of First-Year Nursing Students at Lorma Colleges, Carlatan, San Fernando, La Union

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Sleep quality plays a fundamental role in the physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being of first-year nursing students, influencing both their academic performance and personal health. At Lorma Colleges, Carlatan Campus, San Fernando, La Union, first-year nursing students face various challenges, including academic pressures, clinical training, and social adjustments, all of which can disrupt sleep patterns. This study aimed to assess the sleep quality of thirty (30) first-year nursing students by evaluating key components such as sleep latency, sleep duration, sleep disturbance, and sleep efficiency, while also exploring how these factors relate to students’ perceived restfulness, overall well-being, and psychological health.

Using a descriptive quantitative research design, data were collected through the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) and a five-day PSQI Sleep Diary, with descriptive statistics—including frequency, mean, and standard deviation—used for analysis. Results revealed that although respondents showed inconsistent sleep quality, including delayed sleep onset, irregular sleep durations, and frequent sleep disturbances, they still reported feeling adequately rested upon waking. Specifically, students experienced an average of 8.97 sleep disturbances per night (SD = 4.13), typically associated with moderate sleep quality and 5–6 hours of sleep. Sleep latency ranged from 2 to 60 minutes, with an average of 14.90 minutes, which falls within the healthy range. Sleep efficiency averaged 91.61% (SD = 8.91), suggesting most students achieved restorative sleep, although efficiency ranged from 62.5% to 100%, indicating individual variability.

These findings suggest that psychological factors such as coping mechanisms, emotional resilience, and stress management may significantly influence students’ perceptions of sleep quality, helping them maintain a sense of restfulness despite poor objective sleep measures. The study underscores the importance of addressing both physical and psychological aspects of sleep in wellness programs through healthy sleep hygiene, emotional support, and stress reduction strategies to enhance academic success and long-term well-being.

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