A patient who is currently taking a diuretic should be informed by the nurse that he or she may experience which of the following effects?
A)Nocturia.
B)Nightmares.
C)Increased daytime sleepiness.
D)Reduced REM sleep.

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The nurse should inform the patient who is currently taking a diuretic that he or she might experience nighttime awakening because of nocturia.Diuretics do not cause nightmares,increase daytime sleepiness,or reduce REM sleep.

A Patient Who Is Currently Taking a Diuretic Should Be