The nurse manager in an acute care facility has received client evaluations in which the clients have complained about excessive noise that interfered with their rest. The nurse manager and nursing staff plan to do the following
Which activity will most assist clients in obtaining rest?
A) Post signs for quiet and turn down hall lights during formal quiet times.
B) Ensure clients are offered prescribed sleeping medications at bedtime.
C) Provide a small carbohydrate snack or juice prior to hours of sleep.
D) Adjust the temperature of the room to 74 degrees and provide a blanket.
Ans: A
All of the options may be helpful in promoting rest. However, the client complaints are about excessive noise, and posting signs for quiet and turning down hall lights during formal quiet times is the only option that directly addresses noise. Also, some clients cannot rest if the room temperature is not to their liking. The room temperature needs to be adjusted to client preference.
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