ICU sleep breakthrough? new drug trial aims for restful nights

This study tests whether a medication called dexmedetomidine can help patients in the intensive care unit (ICU) sleep more restfully. Good sleep is important for recovery, but ICU conditions often disrupt it. About 50 adult ICU patients will either receive the medication or a placebo for two nights, and their sleep quality will be measured with a portable sleep monitor. The goal is to see if this approach improves sleep and helps patients feel more alert the next day.