The diagnosis of sleep apnea involves the client undergoing an ...

[cherise1989]

The diagnosis of sleep apnea involves the client undergoing an overnight sleep study or polysomnogram. A polysomnogram includes
 
  A) electroencephalogra m and electromyelogram of the face and legs.
  B) electrical stimulation to elicit sleep tremors.
  C) use of muscle relaxant medications to promote episodes of sleep apnea.
  D) continuous measurement of the blood pressure during sleep.

Question 2

An older patient receiving a low dose of oral morphine for chronic pain feels sleepy when taking the medication. What should the nurse explain to the patient about this analgesic?
 
  1. Lowering the dose may reduce these feelings.
  2. Unfortunately you will need to change medications.
  3. Feeling sleepy is an unfortunate problem with morphine.
  4. Once you develop a tolerance to the medications, this will improve.

[amanda_14]

Answer to Question 1

A

Answer to Question 2

4
Rationale: Lowering the dosage will not meet the ultimate goal, which is pain control.

[cherise1989]

TYSM

[ktidd]

Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it