A client with arthritis tells the nurse that she has difficulty sleeping and is unable to get comfortable in bed. Which of the following would be an appropriate intervention for this client?
a. Discuss pain control strategies to achieve comfort to sleep.
b. Suggest doing something else when unable to sleep.
c. Have the client sleep in a recliner instead of the bed.
d. Encourage activity 1 to 2 hours before sleep.
ANS: A
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