The 80-year-old man complains that when he goes to bed and cannot fall asleep, he becomes very upset. What would be an appropriate suggestion for when he has not fallen asleep within 30 minutes?
A) Take two tablets of a sedative medication.
B) Get up and do a mild stretching exercise for 15 minutes.
C) Remain in bed with his eyes closed.
D) Get up and read until he feels sleepy and then return to bed.

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Getting up and engaging in a quiet and relaxing activity like reading can help the individual associate the bed with sleep and relaxation, and can reduce anxious thoughts about not being able to fall asleep. Sedative medication should only be taken under the guidance of a healthcare professional, and getting up to do a mild stretching exercise may not be enough to promote relaxation and sleep. Remaining in bed with eyes closed may lead to frustration and further difficulty falling asleep.

The 80-Year-Old Man Complains That When He Goes to Bed