By 2. Sleep assessment
Maybe you fall asleep quickly, but you wake up many times. It could be that you snore or have sleep apnea, and this wakes you up. It could be that you grind or clench your teeth while you’re sleeping, and this keeps you from having a restful sleep. So you wake up feeling groggy, grumpy, totally unrested and absolutely dreading your shift.
Consider having a sleep assessment. You’ll likely need a referral from your family physician, so talk to him or her about your sleeping issues. Once you’ve been referred to a clinic or center that specializes in sleep disorders, you’ll be tested—essentially monitored while you’re sleeping—to determine if you have any sleep disorders that are preventing you from getting a good night’s sleep. The specialists at the center will then discuss treatment of any disorder they diagnose. For more information, check out the SleepMed website.
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