Sleep and Older Patients - 09/08/11
Doi : 10.1016/j.ccm.2007.07.002
John J. Harrington, MD, MPH a, b, ⁎ 
, Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD a, b
, Teofilo Lee-Chiong, MD a, b a Division of Pulmonary Medicine, National Jewish Medical and Research Center, 1400 Jackson Street, Denver, CO 80206, USA
b University of Colorado Health Sciences, 4200 East 9th Avenue and Colorado Boulevard, Denver, CO 80262, USA
Corresponding author. National Jewish Medical and Research Center, 1400 Jackson Street, Denver, CO 80206.Abstract |
Sleep disturbances are common among older adults. The elderly population reports more symptoms associated with poor sleep initiation and maintenance and increased daytime napping. Sleep problems may be caused by various factors, including medication use, medical and psychiatric illnesses, and primary sleep disorders. The consequences of poor sleep quality may include cognitive impairment, daytime sleepiness, and reduced quality of life. The evaluation and management of these disorders is discussed in this review.
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Vol 28 - N° 4
P. 673-684 - décembre 2007 Retour au numéro
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