The nurse is coaching a client on nonpharmacologic interventions ...

[anshika]

The nurse is coaching a client on nonpharmacologic interventions to improve sleep. What would be included in these instructions?
 
  Standard Text: Select all that apply.
  1. Meditation
  2. Guided imagery
  3. Deep breathing
  4. Drinking chamomile tea
  5. Keeping a light on

Question 2

The nurse notes that a client is prescribed zolpidem (Ambien) at a dose smaller than is recommended. What would the nurse review to determine the reason for the reduced dose?
 
  Standard Text: Select all that apply.
  1. Client's age
  2. Blood-urea-nitrogen level
  3. Creatinine level
  4. Liver function studies
  5. White blood cell count

[popopong]

Answer to Question 1

Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Meditation is one alternative therapy that has been used to improve sleep.
Rationale 2: Guided imagery is one alternative therapy that has been used to improve sleep.
Rationale 3: Deep breathing is one alternative therapy that has been used to improve sleep.
Rationale 4: Chamomile is an herb that has been used as alternative therapy to improve sleep.
Rationale 5: Keeping a light on in the room would provide too much stimulation and prevent sleep.
Global Rationale: Meditation, guided imagery, deep breathing, and chamomile are all alternative therapies that have been used to improve sleep. Keeping a light on in the room would provide too much stimulation and prevent sleep.

Answer to Question 2

Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: This medication should be used cautiously in older clients.
Rationale 2: The dose may be lower because of impaired kidney function, which can increase serum drug levels.
Rationale 3: The dose may be lower because of impaired kidney function, which can increase serum drug levels.
Rationale 4: The dose may be lower because of impaired liver function, which can increase serum drug levels.
Rationale 5: White blood cell count is not a precaution for this medication.
Global Rationale: This medication should be used cautiously in older clients. The dose may be lower because of impaired kidney function, which can increase serum drug levels. White blood cell count is not a precaution for this medication.

[anshika]

Both answers were spot on, thank you once again

[popopong]

Great! Please up vote