Multiple Choice
A confused older patient has been hospitalized for a cardiac problem that requires both antihypertensive and diuretic therapies.The nurse minimizes the patient's risk of disturbed sleep by:
A) keeping the door shut so noise from the hallway is not disruptive.
B) organizing care to minimize the number of times the patient is awakened.
C) administering medications at least 4 hours before bedtime.
D) offering to toilet the patient whenever the nurse finds the patient awake during the night.
Correct Answer:
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Correct Answer:
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