Sadia Jazu
National University of Medical Sciences, Pakistan
Abstract Title:Association of Quality of Sleep with Emotional Intelligence among Undergraduate Nursing Students
Biography: Sadia Jazu, an accomplished nursing educator, has over a decade of experience in shaping future nurses. Excelling academically, she earned her Diploma in Nursing at 22 with 2nd position in Punjab, followed by a Gold Medal-winning Post-RN BSN from Shifa Tameer-e-Millat University. Currently completing her MSN at NUMS, Rawalpindi, she combines teaching with impactful research, boasting national and international publications. As an Editorial Board member of the HEC-recognized Journal of Nursing and Allied Health (JNAH), Sadia exemplifies dedication to advancing nursing education and practice through academic excellence, professional growth, and meaningful contributions to the field.
Research Interest: This study examines the relationship between sleep quality and emotional intelligence (EI) among undergraduate nursing students in Pakistan. Given the demanding nature of nursing education, students are particularly vulnerable to sleep disturbances, which may impair emotional regulation. Since emotional intelligence is crucial for stress management, patient empathy, and high-quality care, understanding its association with sleep quality offers valuable insights into students' professional performance. The objective of the study was to examine the association between sleep quality and emotional intelligence among undergraduate nursing students. A quantitative, cross-sectional design was used to assess the relationship between sleep quality and emotional intelligence. A convenience sample of 300 BSN Generic students was selected from a population of 952, ensuring a 95% confidence level with a 5% margin of error. Participants were chosen from nursing schools, excluding those with medical conditions or on sedatives. Data were collected using the PSQI and BEIS-10 tools after obtaining institutional approval and informed consent. Pearson correlation and Chi-square tests were employed to analyze the data. The study found that the majority of participants were single female hostel residents, reporting generally good sleep quality, though some experienced issues with sleep efficiency and disturbances. A significant positive correlation was found between sleep quality and emotional intelligence, with better sleep linked to higher emotional intelligence, particularly in managing and understanding emotions. Emotional intelligence was also found to increase with age and academic level. This study identifies a significant association between sleep quality and emotional intelligence among nursing students. The results suggest that improving sleep quality may enhance emotional intelligence, which is crucial for nursing practice. Emotional intelligence also varied with age and academic level, but not with living conditions.