The prevalence, key causes and management of insomnia in palliative care patients.

In a prospective audit, the prevalence, key causes and treatment of insomnia prior to admission were evaluated in a population of hospice patients using a questionnaire based on a review article of key features related to insomnia in the palliative care setting. Seventy-four patients completed the questionnaire. Fifty-two (70%) patients had insomnia symptoms.