A patient says, "I have trouble falling asleep at night and might lie awake until 3 or 4 AM before falling sleep." Which medication would the nurse expect a health care provider to prescribe for this patient?
A) zolpidem
B) flurazepam
C) risperidone
D) methylphenidate

Question

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Zolpidem is a short-acting hypnotic that will help the patient initiate sleep and awaken without untoward symptoms of drowsiness. Methylphenidate is a CNS stimulant. Flurazepam is a long-acting hypnotic that will produce hangover drowsiness during the next day. Risperidone is an antipsychotic and not likely to be useful in this scenario. See relationship to audience response question.

A Patient Says, "I Have Trouble Falling Asleep at Night