Question

a nurse is caring for a client who reports difficulty sleeping at home. which of the following recommendations should the nurse provide to promote a restful home sleep environment?

\perform muscle relaxation before bedtime.\

\exercise vigorously 1 hour prior to going to bed.\

\drink a cup of hot chocolate at bedtime.\

\change the time you go to sleep each day.\

Explanation:

• For "Exercise vigorously 1 hour prior to going to bed": Vigorous exercise close to bedtime can stimulate the body and make it harder to fall asleep, so this is incorrect.
• For "Drink a cup of hot chocolate at bedtime": Hot chocolate contains caffeine and sugar, which can interfere with sleep, so this is incorrect.
• For "Change the time you go to sleep each day": An irregular sleep schedule disrupts the body's internal clock and is not conducive to restful sleep, so this is incorrect.
• For "Perform muscle relaxation before bedtime": Muscle relaxation techniques help reduce tension and promote a calm state, which is beneficial for creating a restful sleep environment.

Answer:

A. "Perform muscle relaxation before bedtime."