A patient wants to use an herbal preparation to help with decreased sleep. What response by the nurse is best?
a. "There are no research studies on these herbal preparations."
b. "Why don't you try exercise during the day first?"
c. "Have you had a physical exam any time recently?"
d. "Why do you want to use an herbal prod-uct for insomnia?"
C
Sleep disturbances, especially new ones, may signify a physical illness. Before simply taking medications or supplements to treat the sleep disorder, the patient should have a physical exam to rule out a physical cause for the problem. The other statements are not appropriate because for patient safety, he or she should have a checkup.
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