A Critically Ill Client May Have Difficulty in Getting the Restorative

question 7

Multiple Choice

A critically ill client may have difficulty in getting the restorative sleep necessary for healing.Which action should the nurse take to help this client?

• A)Dim the lights and close the door
• B)Encourage the client to get some exercise
• C)Refrain from waking the client for nursing care
• D)Silence alarms on equipment to enhance rest

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