Based on assessment data, a nurse formulates the nursing diagnosis for a client as sleep pattern disturbance. After educating the client on how to relax before bedtime, the nurse determines that the education was effective based on which outcome?

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An appropriate outcome statement for the client is that the client reports, within 3 days, of feeling rested upon awakening in the morning. The outcome is measurable and has a specified time frame for achievement. Requesting sleeping medication indicates that the relaxation techniques have not been helpful. Discussing feelings is part of the assessment data and would reflect a nursing diagnosis related to anxiety or ineffective coping. Sleeping for short intervals indicates some progression toward the goal but does not indicate effectiveness.

Based on Assessment Data, a Nurse Formulates the Nursing Diagnosis