The patient has a nighttime cough related to taking enalapril (Vasotec).What is the best nursing intervention to promote rest in this patient?

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Having the patient sleep on two or three pillows at night will elevate their head and promote easier breathing, potentially reducing the nighttime cough related to taking enalapril (Vasotec). It is not recommended to use cough-suppressant medication as the cough is a side effect of the medication, not an independent condition to be treated. Sedative-hypnotic medications are also not recommended as they can further depress the patient's respiratory system, exacerbating the cough. Sitting up at an angle in a chair may be uncomfortable and not conducive to restful sleep.

The Patient Has a Nighttime Cough Related to Taking Enalapril