A Newly Admitted Patient Complains of Waking Frequently During the Night.The

question 22

Multiple Choice

A newly admitted patient complains of waking frequently during the night.The nurse observes the patient wearing a nicotine patch (Nicoderm CQ) on the right upper arm.Which action is best for the nurse to take?

• A) Question the patient about use of the patch at night.
• B) Suggest that the patient go to bed earlier in the evening.
• C) Ask the health care provider about prescribing a sedative drug for nighttime use.
• D) Remind the patient that the benefits of the patch outweigh the short-term insomnia.

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