During the Night, an Older Female Adult Complains to the Nurse

question 8

Multiple Choice

During the night, an older female adult complains to the nurse that she has not slept more than two hours since her admission to the hospital.Which intervention should the nurse implement to increase the duration of this woman's sleep?

• A)Inquire about the sleep habits used at home.
• B)Suggest that she avoid napping during the day.
• C)Tell her that sleep is fragmented in older people.
• D)Offer her a book or suggest she watch a movie.

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