A patient taking a drug for insomnia reports becoming sunburned even when only minimally exposed to the sun.What is the nurse's best action?

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Most drugs for insomnia cause an increase in sensitivity to the sun or other sources of ultraviolet light and the patient can become severely sunburned.Even patients with dark skin who usually do not burn with sun exposure can have problems.This expected side effect is temporary and usually resolves within weeks after the patient stops taking the drug; however,it is most important for the patient to learn about sun protection while on the drug.

A Patient Taking a Drug for Insomnia Reports Becoming Sunburned