Daytime sleepiness and academic performance among respiratory therapy students in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional survey
Abstract Background Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is a prevalent concern among health-related students, but its incidence and impact on academic performance remain unexplored in undergraduate respiratory therapy (RT) students in Saudi Arabia. This study aims to determine the prevalence of EDS a...
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| author | Mohammed M. Alyami Ahmed H. Alasimi Shahad Z. Albadani Areen M. Alshehri Rana A. Alqahtani Abdullah A. Alqarni Jaber S. Alqahtani Abdallah Y. Naser Hassan Alwafi Saeed M. Alghamdi Mansour S. Majrshi Rayan A. Siraj Abdulelah M. Aldhahir |
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| description | Abstract Background Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is a prevalent concern among health-related students, but its incidence and impact on academic performance remain unexplored in undergraduate respiratory therapy (RT) students in Saudi Arabia. This study aims to determine the prevalence of EDS and its association with academic performance. Methods A cross-sectional online survey using the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) was distributed to RT students from January 5 to March 30, 2023. The prevalence of EDS was calculated using percentages and 95% confidence intervals, and logistic regressions identified associations with sociodemographic, sleep, and academic variables. Results Among 925 respondents, EDS prevalence was 32% (95% CI 23–35%). The overall mean ESS score was 8.31 ± 4.4, indicating a normal level of EDS. Current and ex-smokers were more likely to experience EDS than non-smokers [(OR): 3.28 (1.95–5.54), p < 0.001; (OR): 2.61 (1.35–5.07), p = 0.004]. Students with > 3 academic warnings had higher odds of EDS [(OR): 6.4 (1.98–20.71), p = 0.002]. Those napping ≥ 4 times weekly were 15 times more likely to experience EDS [(OR): 15.2 (6.94–33.35), p < 0.001], and students not sleeping before exams were 11 times more likely to report EDS [(OR): 11.3 (1.28–100.52), p = 0.029]. Conclusion EDS affects a significant proportion of RT students, with several sociodemographic, sleep, and academic factors contributing to susceptibility. Further research is needed to identify primary determinants and develop targeted interventions to mitigate EDS and its impact on academic performance. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-e195b97c8d314309aa1f212c8e108e8f2025-08-20T03:16:32ZengSpringerDiscover Applied Sciences3004-92612025-05-017611310.1007/s42452-025-07127-6Daytime sleepiness and academic performance among respiratory therapy students in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional surveyMohammed M. Alyami0Ahmed H. Alasimi1Shahad Z. Albadani2Areen M. Alshehri3Rana A. Alqahtani4Abdullah A. Alqarni5Jaber S. Alqahtani6Abdallah Y. Naser7Hassan Alwafi8Saeed M. Alghamdi9Mansour S. Majrshi10Rayan A. Siraj11Abdulelah M. Aldhahir12Respiratory Therapy Department, Batterjee Medical CollegeDepartment of Respiratory Therapy, Georgia State UniversityRespiratory Therapy Department, Batterjee Medical CollegeRespiratory Therapy Department, Batterjee Medical CollegeRespiratory Therapy Department, Batterjee Medical CollegeDepartment of Respiratory Therapy, Faculty of Medical Rehabilitation Sciences, King Abdulaziz UniversityDepartment of Respiratory Care, Prince Sultan Military College of Health SciencesDepartment of Applied Pharmaceutical Sciences and Clinical Pharmacy, Faculty of Pharmacy, Isra UniversityDepartment of Pharmacology and Toxicology, College of Medicine, Umm Al-Qura UniversityClinical Technology Department, Respiratory Care Program, Faculty of Applied Medical Sciences, Umm Al-Qura UniversityNational Heart and Lung Institute, Imperial College LondonDepartment of Respiratory Care, College of Applied Medical Sciences, King Faisal UniversityRespiratory Therapy Program, Department of Nursing, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Jazan UniversityAbstract Background Excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS) is a prevalent concern among health-related students, but its incidence and impact on academic performance remain unexplored in undergraduate respiratory therapy (RT) students in Saudi Arabia. This study aims to determine the prevalence of EDS and its association with academic performance. Methods A cross-sectional online survey using the Epworth Sleepiness Scale (ESS) was distributed to RT students from January 5 to March 30, 2023. The prevalence of EDS was calculated using percentages and 95% confidence intervals, and logistic regressions identified associations with sociodemographic, sleep, and academic variables. Results Among 925 respondents, EDS prevalence was 32% (95% CI 23–35%). The overall mean ESS score was 8.31 ± 4.4, indicating a normal level of EDS. Current and ex-smokers were more likely to experience EDS than non-smokers [(OR): 3.28 (1.95–5.54), p < 0.001; (OR): 2.61 (1.35–5.07), p = 0.004]. Students with > 3 academic warnings had higher odds of EDS [(OR): 6.4 (1.98–20.71), p = 0.002]. Those napping ≥ 4 times weekly were 15 times more likely to experience EDS [(OR): 15.2 (6.94–33.35), p < 0.001], and students not sleeping before exams were 11 times more likely to report EDS [(OR): 11.3 (1.28–100.52), p = 0.029]. Conclusion EDS affects a significant proportion of RT students, with several sociodemographic, sleep, and academic factors contributing to susceptibility. Further research is needed to identify primary determinants and develop targeted interventions to mitigate EDS and its impact on academic performance.https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-025-07127-6Excessive daytime sleepinessAcademic performanceRespiratory therapy studentRT |
| spellingShingle | Mohammed M. Alyami Ahmed H. Alasimi Shahad Z. Albadani Areen M. Alshehri Rana A. Alqahtani Abdullah A. Alqarni Jaber S. Alqahtani Abdallah Y. Naser Hassan Alwafi Saeed M. Alghamdi Mansour S. Majrshi Rayan A. Siraj Abdulelah M. Aldhahir Daytime sleepiness and academic performance among respiratory therapy students in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional survey Discover Applied Sciences Excessive daytime sleepiness Academic performance Respiratory therapy student RT |
| title | Daytime sleepiness and academic performance among respiratory therapy students in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional survey |
| title_full | Daytime sleepiness and academic performance among respiratory therapy students in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional survey |
| title_fullStr | Daytime sleepiness and academic performance among respiratory therapy students in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional survey |
| title_full_unstemmed | Daytime sleepiness and academic performance among respiratory therapy students in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional survey |
| title_short | Daytime sleepiness and academic performance among respiratory therapy students in Saudi Arabia: a cross-sectional survey |
| title_sort | daytime sleepiness and academic performance among respiratory therapy students in saudi arabia a cross sectional survey |
| topic | Excessive daytime sleepiness Academic performance Respiratory therapy student RT |
| url | https://doi.org/10.1007/s42452-025-07127-6 |
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