Question 1

A nurse teaches the parents of a toddler about normal sleep patterns for this age group. How many hours of sleep per night is normal near the end of this stage?&#10;A) 7 - 8 hours&#10;B) 8 - 10 hours&#10;C) 10 - 12 hours&#10;D) 12 - 15 hours

Accepted Answer

Toddlers typically need 8-10 hours of sleep per night.

Question 2

A nurse is discussing sleep problems with a patient. What type of foods would she recommend to promote sleep?&#10;A) one cup of hot chocolate&#10;B) three glasses of red wine&#10;C) a high-protein snack&#10;D) a carbohydrate snack

Accepted Answer

A carbohydrate snack, such as crackers or toast, can increase the production of serotonin in the brain, which can promote sleep. Hot chocolate and red wine may have relaxing effects, but they can also disrupt natural sleep patterns and should not be relied upon for promoting healthy sleep. High-protein snacks may be too stimulating and can also interfere with sleep.

Question 3

A patient who previously was a smoker has recently stopped smoking but reports having a lot of trouble sleeping at night. How would the nurse respond?&#10;A) &#34;You have to decide what is more important: smoking or sleep.&#34;&#10;B) &#34;If you are sleep deprived, it might be better to smoke.&#34;&#10;C) &#34;Sleep problems from stopping smoking are temporary.&#34;&#10;D) &#34;Since you were a smoker, this will always be a problem.&#34;

Accepted Answer

Sleep problems are a common withdrawal symptom when a person quits smoking, but they are usually temporary and will improve with time. It is important for the nurse to reassure the patient that their sleep will eventually improve and to encourage healthy sleep habits in the meantime. Option A and B are not helpful or supportive to the patient, while option D is inaccurate as not all ex-smokers will have ongoing sleep problems.

Question 4

Which of the following individuals is likely to require more hours of sleep?&#10;A) a 75 year old&#10;B) a 43 year old&#10;C) a 25 year old&#10;D) a 15 year old

Accepted Answer

Teenagers, like a 15-year-old, generally require more sleep than adults due to the physical and mental growth and development they experience during adolescence.

Question 5

A nurse is explaining the use of sleep hygiene to a patient experiencing insomnia. Which of the following statements accurately describe recommended guidelines for the use of this technique? Select all that apply.

A) drink an alcoholic drink before bedtime
B) take frequent naps during the day
C) eat a light meal before bedtime
D) sleep in a warm, dark room
E) take a warm bath before bedtime
F) eliminate the use of a clock in the bedroom

Accepted Answer

C) Eating a light meal before bedtime can prevent hunger from keeping you awake without causing discomfort that a heavy meal might cause. E) Taking a warm bath before bedtime can help relax the body and signal it's time to wind down, aiding in the transition to sleep. F) Eliminating the use of a clock in the bedroom can reduce anxiety about the time and how much sleep one is getting or losing, which can interfere with the ability to fall asleep.

Question 6

A patient has been instructed to increase fluid intake but as a result has lost sleep to get up to void several times a night. What can the nurse recommend to decrease the interruption of sleep?&#10;A) &#34;Drink most of the liquids during the night.&#34;&#10;B) &#34;Drink most of the liquids before 5 p.m.&#34;&#10;C) &#34;Try drinking coffee instead of water.&#34;&#10;D) &#34;Drink the total amount of liquids before noon.&#34;

Accepted Answer

Drinking most of the liquids before 5 p.m. would allow the patient to meet their fluid intake goals while decreasing the need to get up and void during the night. This would help promote uninterrupted sleep. Drinking most of the liquids during the night, or drinking coffee instead of water, are not effective solutions and could potentially worsen the problem. Drinking all the total amount of liquids before noon may not promote adequate hydration throughout the entire day.

Deck 25: Sensory Stimulation