Which strategies should the nurse include in the plan of care when trying to minimize sleep disruptions for a patient in an ICU? Select all that apply.

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1. This is a strategy to minimize interruptions of sleep and to maximize the rest benefits that will shorten the duration of care based on research findings.
2. This is a strategy to minimize interruptions of sleep and to maximize the rest benefits that will shorten the duration of care based on research findings.
3. This is a strategy to minimize interruptions of sleep and to maximize the rest benefits that will shorten the duration of care based on research findings.
4. This is a strategy to minimize interruptions of sleep and to maximize the rest benefits that will shorten the duration of care based on research findings.
5. Planning the care for only the day hours or at least 4 hours is not practical to improve the outcomes of the patient, because some medications, therapies, and assessments need to be made around the clock for the greatest benefits to occur. The minimum time for resting that is suggested is to not interrupt less than 2 to 3 hours of sleep in order to minimize sleep fragmentation and improve restful sleep.

Which Strategies Should the Nurse Include in the Plan of Care