A client has been prescribed a medication to help him fall asleep but wake early. Which drug would the nurse expect to find ordered for this client?
1. Diphenhydramine (Nytol)
2. Eszopiclone (Lunesta)
3. Remelton (Rozerum)
4. Zaleplon (Sonata)
Correct Answer: 4
Rationale 1: Diphenhydramine (Nytol) is incorrect because it is an antihistamine, and causes significant drowsiness.
Rationale 2: Eszopiclone (Lunesta) is incorrect because this medication has a long half-life, and decreases early-morning waking.
Rationale 3: Remelton (Rozerum) is incorrect because this is a melatonin receptor agent, and is used to induce sleep.
Rationale 4: Zaleplon (Sonata) allows the client to fall asleep but still wake early. It is often used for travel.
Global Rationale: Zaleplon (Sonata) allows the client to fall asleep but still wake early. It is often used for travel. Diphenhydramine (Nytol) is incorrect because it is an antihistamine, and causes significant drowsiness. Eszopiclone (Lunesta) is incorrect because this medication has a long half-life, and decreases early-morning waking. Remelton (Rozerum) is incorrect because this is a melatonin receptor agent, and is used to induce sleep.
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