Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 95%
Simulated
A nurse is caring for a client who is receiving inpatient treatment for an eating disorder. The client states, 'I just can't sleep soundly here because It's too noisy.' Which of the following actions should the nurse take?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
The correct answer is B: Keep conversations and activities to a minimum during the nighttime. The rationale behind this is that minimizing noise and activities during nighttime promotes a restful environment conducive to sleep. This approach respects the client's need for a quiet environment while also addressing their sleep concern.
Choice A is incorrect because sleeping during the day may disrupt the client's circadian rhythm and is not a sustainable solution.
Choice C is incorrect as turning on the television may not necessarily address the underlying issue of noise disturbance and may even disrupt sleep further.
Choice D is incorrect as it dismisses the client's valid concern and does not offer a practical solution to address the noise concern.
Choice A is incorrect because sleeping during the day may disrupt the client's circadian rhythm and is not a sustainable solution.
Choice C is incorrect as turning on the television may not necessarily address the underlying issue of noise disturbance and may even disrupt sleep further.
Choice D is incorrect as it dismisses the client's valid concern and does not offer a practical solution to address the noise concern.