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Thanks for all the insights to the one who replied! Feel free to reply if anyone hasn't :)

Thanks, that were very helpful

Thanks alot you guys! These are extremely helpful for me so far! If there are anyone available for a more in-depth interview for later stage on my research please let me know by PM (or leave your emails by PM). Hopefully more answers from more people will come rolling in for this thread! :)

Sorry, apparently I have to at least make 15 quality topics in order to use the PM feature.. do you mind sending me a PM of how I can contact regarding your MSN thesis other than using allnurses PM system. Thanks :)

Will do straightaway, thanks alot! *as for #5. I gotta ask cause a friend of mine working in a hospital from another country told me they somehow have it

Hi Nurses, I'm actually doing a Product Design degree at the moment and for my thesis/ final year project I'm thinking of doing something to improve the condition of night shift nurses, especially regarding fatigue and performance. In order for me to fully grasp the needs and design opportunities, however, I'm going to need all the help from you guys! So, I'd be extremely grateful if you guys would answer my questions so I can get a better feel of what happens during your night shift and factors affecting it. Here are the questions: 1. What is it like to work nightshift? 2. Can you tell me a little about your sleeping habit before a night shift? 2. During night shift, are you allowed to take a short nap during breaks by the hospitals? 3. If you are and you do, how long do you usually take a nap for? 4. Do you feel groggy after? If so, how long does it take you to recover? 5. Where do you take a nap? Is there a special room provided by the hospital for nurses to take a nap in? 6. What do you think are the barriers on having a nap on night shift? 7. Do you have any concerns about driving home during night shift? 8. If there is an especially designed 'Nap Room' available at the hospital, would you use it? What feature would you like it to have? *Also, do you mind if you specify which country or city you work in? I know it's quite alot, but I'd really appreciate it if you guys would answer them. Also, sorry if my English isn't very good/clear as it isn't my primary language. Again, thank you very much!