Mental health in the peri-hospital period of older patients: the roles of physical symptoms burden and sleep quality

Key Points

• This research aims to examine how physical symptoms and sleep quality affect mental health in older adults during hospitalization.
• Assessed the mental health status of older patients during their hospital stay.
• Evaluated the relationship between sleep quality, symptom burden, and mental health outcomes.
• Recommended interventions for improving sleep and reducing symptoms.
• Identified significant links between poor sleep quality and elevated anxiety and depression in older adults.
• Showed that addressing physical symptoms can enhance mental health outcomes during hospitalization.