Association between sleep and quality of life in the elderly population who is served in Primary Care in Jaboatão dos Guararapes

• DOI: https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1594482429054

• Palavras-chave: Elderly. Sleep. Primary Health Care.

• Keywords: Elderly. Sleep. Primary Health Care.

• Abstract:

  Sleep disorders are considered a public health problem, according to the World Health Organization, and part of the elderly population presents some changes in the sleep-wake cycle. Considering that sleep is one of the pillars of quality of life, the objective of this study is to understand the profile of the population in question in Primary Health Care. The research will be carried out in Health Units in the municipality of Jaboatão dos Guararapes, with inclusion criteria and exclusion for better clarification on the topic. This study is expected to increase the municipality's scientific performance, as well as develop and disseminate projects and teaching materials for the elderly population and their families, as well as for health professionals linked to the topic.