An Older Client Reports That His Sleep Was Being Severely

question 12

Multiple Choice

An older client reports that his sleep was being severely affected by the need to urinate frequently.The client volunteered that he has begun restricting his fluid intake after 5 pm to help with the problem.The nurse responds:

• A)"Have you seen a decrease in awakenings since you've starting restricting evening fluids?"
• B)"You need sufficient fluids so don't be too restrictive."
• C)"You need to intake sufficient fluid over 24 hours so be sure to drink enough by dinner time."
• D)"Have you had your prostate checked by your health care provider?"

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Definitions:

Effort

The use of physical or mental energy to achieve an objective or complete a task, often considered an important factor in determining success.

Task Difficulty

Describes the level of challenge presented by a task, which can impact an individual's performance and effort required to complete it.

Attitude

A mental inclination characterized by the assessment of a specific entity in a manner that reflects either partiality or aversion.

Ability

The possession of the means or skill to perform a task or achieve an outcome, often acquired through practice or learning.