A client who has a sleep disorder is trying stimulus control to ...

[tichca]

A client who has a sleep disorder is trying stimulus control to improve amount and quality of sleep. What is recommended in this type of therapy?
 
  A) Use the bedroom for sleep and sex only.
  B) Use the bedroom for reading and eating.
  C) Go to bed at the same time every night.
  D) Sleep alone with minimal coverings.

Question 2

A client's bed partner reports the client often has irregular snoring and silence followed by a snort. Does this warrant further assessment?
 
  A) No, snoring has varied patterns
  B) No, this is a description of normal snoring
  C) Yes, this is an indicator of obstructive apnea
  D) Yes, the bed partner is unable to sleep at night

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Answer to Question 1

Ans: A
Stimulus control involves using the bedroom for sleep and sex only. If not asleep within 15 to 20 minutes, the person should leave the room and return only when he or she feels sleepy. Getting up at the same time every day is also recommended.

Answer to Question 2

Ans: C
Snoring is caused by an obstruction to airflow through the nose and mouth. When snoring changes from the characteristic sawing wood sound to a more irregular silence followed by a snort, this indicates obstructive apnea.