Author Question: A nurse who works night shift says, I am exhausted most of the time. I sleep through my alarm. ... (Read 34 times)

mwit1967 · **on:** Jul 19, 2018

A nurse who works night shift says, I am exhausted most of the time. I sleep through my alarm. Sometimes my brain does not seem to work right. I am worried that I might make a practice error..

Which question should the nursing supervisor ask first? a. What stress are you experiencing in your life?
b. How much sleep do you get in a 24-hour period?
c. Would it help if you do some exercises just before going to bed?
d. Have you considered using a hypnotic medication to help you sleep?

Question 2

Children are at a greater risk for committing suicide if they have ____ problems.

1. family
2. social
3. mental health
4. acute physical

Melissahxx · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 19, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Total sleep hours should be ascertained before seeking to correct a sleep disorder. In this case, the patient describes sleep deprivation symptoms rather than a sleep disorder. The correct response is the only option that addresses total sleep hours.

Answer to Question 2

3
Children with existing mental health problems are at a greater risk for committing suicide than other children.