Author Question: A student nurse is preparing a presentation regarding hypnotic medications. What information should ... (Read 76 times)

folubunmi · **on:** Jul 22, 2018

A student nurse is preparing a presentation regarding hypnotic medications. What information should the student nurse include? Select all that apply.

A) Hypnotics induce a normal sleep pattern.
B) Hypnotics may impair waking in a client.
C) Hypnotics are safe for long-term use.
D) Hypnotics may be addictive.
E) Tapering of doses may be required after long-term use.

Question 2

The nurse is preparing a care plan for a client with insomnia. Which would be an appropriate outcome criteria for the goal of having the client report fewer problems falling asleep?

A) The client will fall asleep faster.
B) The client will report a decrease in sleep latency to 10 to 15 minutes within 30 days.
C) The nurse will administer the client's hypnotic at bedtime each night.
D) The nurse will give the client a backrub at bedtime each night.

manuelcastillo · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 22, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Ans: B, D, E
Feedback:
Hypnotics do not induce a normal sleep pattern and are not indicated for long-term use. Hypnotics may impair waking functions, which can cause daytime sleepiness. Due to the potentially addictive qualities of hypnotics, tapering of doses may be required after long-term use.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: B
Feedback:
Outcome criteria for the goal should be client focused, measurable and with a specific time frame.