The nurse is coaching a client on nonpharmacologic interventions to improve sleep. What would be included in these instructions?
Standard Text: Select all that apply.
1. Meditation
2. Guided imagery
3. Deep breathing
4. Drinking chamomile tea
5. Keeping a light on
Correct Answer: 1,2,3,4
Rationale 1: Meditation is one alternative therapy that has been used to improve sleep.
Rationale 2: Guided imagery is one alternative therapy that has been used to improve sleep.
Rationale 3: Deep breathing is one alternative therapy that has been used to improve sleep.
Rationale 4: Chamomile is an herb that has been used as alternative therapy to improve sleep.
Rationale 5: Keeping a light on in the room would provide too much stimulation and prevent sleep.
Global Rationale: Meditation, guided imagery, deep breathing, and chamomile are all alternative therapies that have been used to improve sleep. Keeping a light on in the room would provide too much stimulation and prevent sleep.
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