Which sedative-hypnotics are useful for both difficulty falling asleep and difficulty maintaining sleep? (Select all that apply.)
a. Eszopiclone [Lunesta]
b. Flurazepam [Dalmane]
c. Temazepam [Restoril]
d. Triazolam [Halcion]
e. Extended-release zolpidem [Ambien CR]
A, B, E
Eszopiclone [Lunesta], flurazepam, and extended-release zolpidem [Ambien CR] help with dif-ficulty falling asleep and difficulty maintaining sleep. Temazepam is useful for maintaining sleep only. Triazolam helps with difficulty falling asleep but does not maintain sleep.
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a. In order to provide treatment for the patient. b. To determine billing and payment issues. c. To enhance health care operations related to the patient. d. In public areas such as the cafeteria or elevator. e. Over the telephone with any family member
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A) Making sure the parents can set up the treatments for their child B) Encouraging the family to remain at the bedside with the client C) Making sure the child comes back for the follow-up appointment D) Providing written instructions before discharge
A patient is being instructed on how to perform Kegel exercises. What should be included in these instructions?
Select all that apply. 1. While voiding, stop the flow of urine and hold for a few minutes. 2. Tighten the muscles around the anus to resist defecation. 3. Take a deep breath and hold while performing the exercise. 4. Perform these exercises at least once per day. 5. Perform these exercises for at least several months.
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a. The one-sample t-test b. The two-sample t-test c. Levene's test d. The Kolgomorov-Smirnov test