Question

a middle - aged client reports to the nurse that they have difficulty falling asleep at night. the nurse assessed the client as having poor sleep hygiene habits. what should the nurse instruct the client to try? select all that apply. participate in an enjoyable activity each day. establish a set time to go to sleep each night. perform moderate exercise three or four times each week. drink one or two ounces of alcohol before bedtime. eat a snack that contains a small amount of fat.

Explanation:

• Participating in an enjoyable activity each day can reduce stress, which is beneficial for sleep.
• Establishing a set time to go to sleep each night helps regulate the body's internal clock.
• Moderate exercise three or four times each week can improve overall sleep quality (but not too close to bedtime).
• Alcohol before bedtime disrupts sleep architecture.
• A snack with a small amount of fat may cause indigestion and disrupt sleep.

Answer:

A. Participate in an enjoyable activity each day, B. Establish a set time to go to sleep each night, C. Perform moderate exercise three or four times each week.