ATI LPN
Fundamentals of Nursing: The Art and Science of Person-Centered Care Tenth, North American Edition
Chapter 35 : Rest and Sleep Questions
Question 1 of 5
A nurse is caring for an older adult who is having trouble falling asleep at night. What nursing interventions are appropriate for this patient?
Correct Answer: A,B,C,D,E,F
Rationale: For patients who are having trouble initiating sleep, the nurse should arrange for assessment for depression and treatment, discourage napping, promote activity, and assess medications for sleep disturbance side effects. Limiting fluids and administering diuretics in the morning are appropriate interventions.
Question 2 of 5
A nursing student is caring for an older adult with arthritis who states she did not sleep well and was 'up all night to use the bathroom.' To help promote sleep, the student plans to discuss re-timing which medication with the primary nurse?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: It is best to administer diuretics in the morning or early evening to prevent nocturia. Melatonin promotes sleep and rest. Acetaminophen can relieve arthritis pain and help promote rest. Artificial tears, used for dry eyes, will not affect sleep.
Question 3 of 5
A nurse caring for patients on a surgical unit should implement which recommendation to promote sleep?
Correct Answer: B,E,F
Rationale: The nurse should keep the room cool and provide earplugs and eye masks if desired. The nurse should maintain a bright room environment during daylight hours and dim lights in the evening, keeping the door of the room closed to keep out extraneous noise. Sleep aid medications should only be offered as prescribed with the knowledge that they can become habit forming.
Question 4 of 5
A nurse caring for patients in a long-term care facility is implementing interventions to help promote sleep in older adults. Which is the best action for these patients?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: In order to promote sleep in the older adult, the nurse should encourage daily physical activity such as walking or water aerobics. The nurse discourages napping during the day, decreases fluids at night, and dispenses diuretics in the morning (or early evening when necessary).
Question 5 of 5
A patient experiencing menopause tells the nurse at the medical clinic that she would like to try a CAH hormonal sleep aid like her friend uses. What information can the nurse give the patient?
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Melatonin, used as a complementary or alternate to traditional pharmacologic agents, is a hormone thought to regulate the sleep-wake cycle. Valerian is an herb; lavender is a plant used for aromatherapy and relaxation. Benzodiazepines are pharmacologic medications used to decrease anxiety and promote sleep and relaxation.