The spouse of a client tells the nurse about the client's twitching and jerking shortly after lying down and says it stops after the client goes into a deep sleep.Which response is the most appropriate from the nurse?

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Twitching and jerking movements after lying down may be a normal part of the sleep cycle and is commonly known as hypnic jerks. It is reassuring for the spouse to know that it stops after the client falls into a deep sleep. Therefore, the most appropriate response is to reassure the spouse that this might be a part of the normal sleep cycle. Option A is not warranted as the client's symptoms are not indicative of restless leg syndrome. Option C is not relevant to the client's symptoms. Option D is also not relevant to the client's symptoms.

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