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Date

2013-02-28
Title

A comparison of the effects of fixed- and rotating-shift schedules on nursing staff attention levels: A randomized trial
Journal

Biological research for nursing
Publisher

SAGE Publications
Year

2012
Author

Niu S-F, Chu H, Chen C-H, Chang Y-S, Liao Y-M and Chou K-R
Description

"Sleep deficit affects neurobehavioral functioning, reduces attention and cognitive function, and negatively impacts occupational safety. This study investigated selective attention levels of nursing staff on different shifts." (extract from abstract)
Categories

Work Environment
Keywords

shift work; rotating; fixed; wellbeing; sleep; health
Link

http://brn.sagepub.com/content/early/2012/04/28/1099800412445907.abstract?rss=1
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