A nurse is caring for a patient who suffers from a sleep pattern disturbance.To promote adequate sleep,what are the most appropriate nursing interventions? (Select all that apply.)

A) Straighten and change any soiled bed linens.
B) Synchronize the medication, treatment, and vital signs schedule.
C) Provide personal hygiene before bedtime.
D) Discuss with the patient the benefits of beginning a long-term nighttime medication regimen.
E) Assist the patient to use the toilet before bed.

Question

starla starks · Accepted Answer

Final Answer : A,B,C,E, Explanation :  You will make the patient more comfortable in an acute care setting by providing personal hygiene before bedtime.A warm bath or shower is very relaxing.Offer patients restricted to bed the opportunity to wash their face and hands.Tooth brushing and care of dentures also help to prepare the patient for sleep.Have patients void before going to bed so they are not kept awake by a full bladder.While a patient prepares for bed,help to position the patient off any potential pressure sites.Offering a back rub or massage helps relax the patient.Removal of irritating stimuli is another way to improve the patient's comfort for a restful sleep.Diaphoretic patients will benefit from a cool bath and dry clothes or linens.Perform nursing activities before the patient receives sleeping medications or begins to fall asleep.Long-term nighttime medication regimen can lead to abuse and dependence and is to be avoided.

Definitions

Learning Objectives

Learning Objectives

Related questions