A home care nurse was caring for an elderly gentleman who lived with his son. The client kept falling asleep. Which action is most important for the nurse to take?
a. Call the physician and ask for a daytime stimulant.
b. Check the medications for consistency between pills and prescribed doses.
c. Suggest that the client get a TV to keep himself entertained.
d. Suggest that the client sit up or even try to walk and then try to sleep at night.
ANS: B
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