Exam 20: Sleepwake Disorders

A night shift worker reports, "I'm having trouble getting to sleep after a night's work. I have a hearty breakfast with coffee, read the paper, do my exercises, and then go to bed. However, I just lie awake until it is nearly time to get up to be with my family for dinner." What changes should the nurse suggest?

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Question 21

A home care nurse assesses a very demanding patient with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). Afterward, the nurse talks with the spouse, who has provided this patient's care for 6 years. The spouse says, "I don't need much sleep anymore. I might need to help him during the night." Select the nurse's most therapeutic response.

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Question 22

A person is prescribed lorazepam (Ativan) 2 mg po bid prn for anxiety. When the person takes this medication, which change in sleep is anticipated?

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Question 23

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A person is prescribed lorazepam (Ativan) 2 mg po bid prn for anxiety. When the person takes this medication, which change in sleep is anticipated?

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Relevant Theories and Therapies for Nursing Practice

Understanding Responses to Stress

The Nursing Process and Standards of Care for Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

Ethical Responsibilities and Legal Obligations for Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing Practice

Cultural Considerations for Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing

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Communication and the Clinical Interview

Psychotropic Drugs

Anxiety and Related Disorders

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Psychoactive Substance Use and Treatment

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Suicide and Nonsuicidal Self-Injury

Anger, Aggression, and Violence

Interpersonal Violence: Child, Older Adult, and Intimate Partner Abuse

Sexual Assault

Sexuality and Gender

Disorders of Children and Adolescents

Psychosocial Needs of the Older Adult

Living With Recurrent and Persistent Mental Illness

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