Effects of Smart Ambient Bright Light on Sleep Quality in Nursing Home Residents with Dementia
Author Information
Author(s): Lin Chia Jou, Liao Yo-Jen, Berish Diane, Jao Ying-Ling
Primary Institution: Taipei Medical University, Pennsylvania State University
Hypothesis
Does Smart Ambient Bright Light improve sleep quality in nursing home residents with dementia?
Conclusion
The Smart Ambient Bright Light did not show a significant effect on sleep quality among nursing home residents with dementia.
Supporting Evidence
- Lighting interventions have shown positive impact on sleep quality in people with dementia.
- The included residents experienced poor sleep quality at baseline with a mean PSQI of 6.67.
- The PSQI level decreased in both intervention and control groups, but without statistical significance.
Takeaway
This study tested a special light to see if it could help people with dementia sleep better, but it didn't make a big difference.
Methodology
A 13-week cluster randomized crossover-controlled trial with a 4-week intervention and 2-week washout period.
Limitations
This is a pilot study with a small sample size.
Participant Demographics
Participants were on average 87.3 years old, with 67% being female.
Statistical Information
P-Value
0.29
Statistical Significance
p = 0.29
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