ArticleSleep science (Sao Paulo, Brazil)2025
Sleep Quality and Duration Can Influence Junior Physicians' Performance in High-Level Assessments for Residency Programs.
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Objective: To assess the sleep quality and duration among junior physicians in Paraguay during the month and night prior to their assessment for entry into primary specialty medical residency programs. Materials and Methods: A self-administered survey based on the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI) was distributed to junior physicians after their National Commission for Medical Residencies (Comisión Nacional de Residencias Médicas - CONAREM, in Spanish) written evaluation. The survey collected data on sleep patterns during the month and night prior to the assessment. The responses were analyzed and matched with physicians' CONAREM scores. Results: The response rate of the survey was 66.3% (270/407 physicians). Among the participants, 150 (55.5%) reported a very poor sleep quality (PSQI > 10). Women scored significantly higher on the PSQI ( Conclusion: The quality and duration of junior physicians' sleep the night before the high-stakes evaluation positively correlated with their performance scores. These findings highlight the importance of adequate sleep for optimal cognitive performance in high-stress situations.
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