The Nurse Is Working with a Client to Develop an Expected

question 11

Multiple Choice

The nurse is working with a client to develop an expected outcome for the nursing diagnosis Insomnia, difficulty staying asleep, related to anxiety secondary to multiple life stressors. Which expected outcome would be most applicable to this client's situation? The client will:

• A) report getting sufficient sleep to provide energy for daily activities.
• B) manifest less anxiety after taking prescribed medications.
• C) sleep at least eight hours each night.
• D) list three positive coping mechanisms for anxiety relief.

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Definitions:

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