A Client Recovering from Surgery Is Prescribed Zolpidem (Ambien)for Sleep

question 11

Multiple Choice

A client recovering from surgery is prescribed zolpidem (Ambien) for sleep.The client is scheduled for physical therapy at 8 p.m.What should the nurse do when providing the client with this medication?

• A)Crush the medication in a small amount of food.
• B)Provide the medication with food.
• C)Administer the medication prior to attending physical therapy because it takes 30-60 minutes to produce effects.
• D)Administer the medication immediately prior to expected sleep.