A student nurse is preparing a presentation regarding hypnotic medications. What information should the student nurse include? Select all that apply
A) Hypnotics induce a normal sleep pattern.
B) Hypnotics may impair waking in a client.
C) Hypnotics are safe for long-term use.
D) Hypnotics may be addictive.
E) Tapering of doses may be required after long-term use.
Ans: B, D, E
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Hypnotics do not induce a normal sleep pattern and are not indicated for long-term use. Hypnotics may impair waking functions, which can cause daytime sleepiness. Due to the potentially addictive qualities of hypnotics, tapering of doses may be required after long-term use.
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