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 help reduce stress, which may contribute to better sleep.
• Establishing a set time to go to sleep each night helps regulate the body's internal clock (circadian rhythm), promoting better sleep.
• Moderate exercise three or four times each week can improve sleep quality. However, it should not be done too close to bedtime.
• Drinking alcohol before bedtime may initially make a person feel drowsy, but it disrupts sleep later in the night, so it is not recommended.
• Eating a snack with a small amount of fat is not a standard recommendation for improving sleep hygiene. In fact, heavy or spicy meals close to bedtime can 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.