A patient reports difficulty returning to sleep after getting up to go to the bathroom every night.A physical examination and a sleep hygiene history are noncontributory.The primary care NP should prescribe:

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ZolpiMist oral spray is useful for patients who have trouble returning to sleep in the middle of the night.Zaleplon and ramelteon are used for insomnia caused by difficulty with sleep onset.Chloral hydrate is not typically used as outpatient therapy.

A Patient Reports Difficulty Returning to Sleep After Getting Up