Author Question: When preparing the patient for sleep, dimming the lights and decreasing the noise levels are ... (Read 44 times)

lb_gilbert · **on:** Jul 11, 2018

When preparing the patient for sleep, dimming the lights and decreasing the noise levels are examples of nursing interventions designed to:

a. mimic usual sleep patterns.
b. decrease environmental stimuli.
c. prepare the patient for sleep.
d. provide for more rest.

Question 2

The stage of family development that extends from the wedding until the birth of the first child is known as the:

a. expectant stage.
b. parenthood stage.
c. establishment stage.
d. engagement/commitment stage.

Joc · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 11, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Environmental stimuli should be decreased when preparing the patient for sleep.

Answer to Question 2

C
The establishment stage extends from the wedding until the birth of the first child. During this phase, one of the important tasks is the adjustment from the single independent to the married, interdependent state. The challenges facing the newly married couple include learning to live with another person, decision making, conflict resolution, and communication.