# Sleep Interruptions Among Older Adults Admitted to the Hospital

## TL;DR

This study looked at how long older adults can sleep without interruption and what causes sleep disruptions during hospital stays.

## Contribution

The study provides insights into sleep patterns and interruptions specific to older adults in hospital emergency admissions.

## Key findings

- Older adults experience frequent sleep interruptions during hospital stays.
- Emergency department admission is associated with reduced sleep continuity.
- Types of interruptions vary but commonly include medical procedures and environmental factors.

## Abstract

This cohort study examined the length of uninterrupted sleep and types of sleep interruptions in older adults admitted to the hospital through the emergency department.