A client who slept 6 hours the previous night reports it to the assigned psychiatric nurse.Which should be the initial nursing action to address this situation?

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The initial nursing action should be to review the client's normal sleep pattern to determine if the client's sleep disturbance is a new or ongoing issue. This will help the nurse to identify any underlying causes of the sleep disturbance and develop an appropriate plan of care. Providing warm milk, a backrub, and holding a relaxation group may be helpful in promoting sleep, but should only be implemented after the underlying cause of the sleep disturbance has been addressed. Giving a sleep medication should also be avoided until the cause of the sleep disturbance has been identified, as medication may not be necessary or appropriate for every client.

A Client Who Slept 6 Hours the Previous Night Reports