Night Shift Survival: Sleep
Sleep strategies for night shift nurses.
Night shift sleep is the hardest part. Specific strategies make it workable.
Sleep window
Same sleep schedule even on days off (in stretches). Don't try to flip to days unless 3+ days off.
Environment
Blackout curtains. White noise. Cool room. Phone on do-not-disturb.
Caffeine
Last cup mid-shift max (e.g., 3am). Caffeine half-life 5 hours.
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