When instructing a client using nonprescription sleep aids, the nurse should instruct the client to:
a. avoid alcohol. c. eat a high-fiber diet.
b. drink plenty of fluids with these. d. limit salt intake while taking these.
ANS: A
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A Correct: Alcohol can interact with nonprescription sleep aids.
B Incorrect: This may encourage interruption of sleep by needing to urinate during the night.
C Incorrect: Constipation is not a common adverse effect of these products.
D Incorrect: There is no indication for this.
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