A client diagnosed with major depression and substance use disorder has an altered sleep pattern and demands a psychiatrist prescribe a sedative. Which rationale explains why the nurse should encourage the client to first try nonpharmacological interventions?

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Nonpharmacological interventions, such as sleep hygiene and relaxation techniques, should be attempted before prescribing sedative-hypnotics because they have the potential to cause dependence and tolerance, leading to reduced effectiveness over time.

A Client Diagnosed with Major Depression and Substance Use Disorder