Author Question: Which actions would best aid the new nurse in coping with working the night shift? (Select all that ... (Read 133 times)

jho37 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

Which actions would best aid the new nurse in coping with working the night shift? (Select all that apply.)

a. Eat large meals during the night to stay awake
b. Use dark shades to block out light when sleeping
c. Obtain a prescription for sedatives to aid sleep
d. Wear sunglasses on the drive home from work
e. Go directly to bed when arriving home from work

Question 2

The nurse should educate the patient and caregiver that large doses of narcotics are required to control pain. What is the optimal dose for pain medications?

a. The smallest amount possible to achieve some effects
b. The dose that provides pain relief
c. The dose that is not addictive
d. The dose that works for most people

bhavsar · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: B, D
Dark shades or room darkening blinds will block the sunshine and allow for darkness when sleeping during the daytime hours. Wear sunglasses on the drive home from work to reduce the melatonin-reducing effect of sunshine. It is best to eat light, balanced meals during the night. Sedatives and alcohol should not be used as an aid to sleep. Allow time to unwind after work before going to bed, and try to follow the same routine daily.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: B
The patient and caregiver should understand that pain can be controlled and that using large doses of opioids is common and necessary to achieve that control. It is good to educate the patient and caregiver that the dose that works is the dose that works.