A nurse presents an overview of sleep to older adults at an activity center. Which of the following risk factors for sleep problems should the nurse include in the presentation? (Select all that apply.)
A) Boredom
B) Chronic discomfort
C) Dehydration
D) Exercise
E) Lack of light
F) RLS
Ans: A, B, F
Boredom, chronic discomfort, and RLS are all treatable risk factors that can interfere with sleep patterns. Dehydration, exercise, and lack of light do not decrease sleep.
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word