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A Relative Complains That an Older Adult Patient Takes Frequent

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A relative complains that an older adult patient takes frequent naps late in the day and awakens frequently during the night, and wants to know if this is normal. The nurse explains that an older adult:

A relative complains that an older adult patient takes frequent naps late in the day and awakens frequently during the night, and wants to know if this is normal. The nurse explains that an older adult:


A) will awaken more often during the night, but may nap more often during the day.
B) needs at least 10 hours of sleep a day to prevent fatigue.
C) requires less napping during the day to sleep better at night.
D) should be given hypnotics to induce better sleep.

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