The patient is diagnosed with restless leg syndrome (RLS) and ...

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The patient is diagnosed with restless leg syndrome (RLS) and asks the nurse, What sort of disorder is it? What is the nurse's best response?
 
  1. It is an anxiety disorder.
  2. It is a physical disorder.
  3. It is a neurological disorder.
  4. It is an obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Question 2

The nurse is planning patient education on obstructive sleep apnea (OSA)? Which will she include as a risk factor for OSA?
 
  1. Opioid addiction
  2. Hypertension
  3. Narcolepsy
  4. Hypersomnolence

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Answer to Question 1

Answer: 3
Explanation: RLS is a neurological disorder that causes unpleasant sensations in the legs. It can cause irritability and fragmented sleep. It is not primarily a psychological condition, although it may contribute to anxiety and depression. There may be a physical component to the condition; however, it is not primarily a physical condition. An obsessive-compulsive disorder involves obsessive thoughts or fears and is not part of restless leg syndrome.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: 2
Explanation: Risk factors for obstructive sleep apnea include obesity, male gender, snoring, witnessed apnea, genetic disorders, menopause and hypertension. Opioid addiction may be a factor in central sleep apnea. Narcolepsy and hypersomnolence are different disorders.