A nurse on the night shift notices that a client is grinding his teeth while sleeping. What health problem should the nurse document for this client?

Question

A) Bruxism
B) Insomnia
C) Narcolepsy
D) Cataplexy

Answer 1

A
Feedback:
The nurse should document the client's condition as bruxism, or teeth grinding. Insomnia is not an appropriate diagnosis because the client does not have difficulty sleeping. Narcolepsy is an inappropriate diagnosis because the client does not have a sudden onset of daytime sleep. Cataplexy is not an accurate diagnosis because cataplexy is associated with the sudden loss of muscle tone triggered by an emotional change such as happiness or anger.