Effect of Pruritus on Sleep Quality in Individuals Undergoing Hemodialysis Effect of Pruritus on Sleep Quality

Introduction: Although uremic pruritus is not a life-threatening problem itself, it affects the quality of life and daily activities patients negatively changes patient's adaption to disease. 
 Methods: This descriptive analytical study was conducted with 219 who underwent hemodialysis in State Hospital, University Hospital units private dialysis center met criteria. Research data were collected using Introductory Information Form, 5-D Pruritus Scale Pittsburg Sleep Quality Index. In analysis data, t test, One - Way ANOVA Mann-Whitney U Kruskal-Wallis T Perason correlation Dunnet T3 Post Hoc test used. Results: study, mean score 12.70±3.35 points, Index 12.82±2.42. A positive, moderately significant (r=.509, p