When an older adult client is diagnosed with restless leg syndrome (RLS), the nurse is confident that client education on the condition's contributing factors has been effective when the client states:
a. "A warm bath at night instead of in the morning is my new routine."
b. "Eating a banana at breakfast assures me the potassium I need."
c. "I've cut way back on my caffeinated coffee, teas and sodas."
d. "I elevate my legs on a pillow so as to improve circulation."
ANS: C
Increased caffeine use can be a contributing factor to RLS. There is no research to confirm that a warm bath prior to sleep or elevating the legs will minimize/prevent RLS. A potassium deficient has not been identified as a contributing factor to RLS.
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