A 75-year-old man tells the nurse that he has difficulty staying asleep during the night.Which of the following responses should be made by the nurse?

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Nurses should assist older adults in achieving a good night's sleep through assessment which might reveal possible causes of sleep disturbances.Bedtime rituals to include a glass of milk or reading have been shown to promote sleep.Daytime naps may prevent sleeping adequately at night.Medications to assist in sleeping are not the initial therapy choice because of side effects.

A 75-Year-Old Man Tells the Nurse That He Has Difficulty