Research exploring differences in fatigue and sleep quality between day- and night-shift nurses highlights the urgent need for action to mitigate nurse fatigue. Nurses need to prioritize their sleep, and nurse leaders must take proactive measures such as providing education for all doing shiftwork, ensuring completion of job requirements during the shift, and creating a culture where nurses take their scheduled breaks.
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