PICU-related Sleep and Circadian Dysregulation Pilot Study

Launched by STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK AT BUFFALO · Jul 11, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

The PICU-related Sleep and Circadian Dysregulation Pilot Study is a research project aimed at understanding how sleep and daily rhythms can be affected in critically ill children aged 3 to 6 years. The study will look at two main things: how we can track sleep and daily cycles using special wrist devices and saliva samples, and whether getting more natural light during the day and limiting eating to daytime hours can help improve sleep quality for these children.

To participate, children must be between 3 and 6 years old and expected to stay in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) for at least one day. An English-speaking parent or caregiver needs to be present at the bedside. However, children who are receiving end-of-life care or certain medications that affect muscle control cannot take part in this study. If eligible, participants can expect to help researchers learn more about improving sleep for kids in the PICU, which could lead to better care in the future.

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Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Child age 3 to 6 years old on the day of PICU admission
• • 2. English-speaking parent at the bedside
• • 3. Child expected to remain in the PICU over 24 to 48 hours
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Child is in end-of-life care
• • 2. The child is receiving neuromuscular blockade for any reason
• • 3. Caregiver or parent not at the bedside