A novice nurse is hired for a full-time night position on a psychiatric-mental health unit. Which activity will protect this nurse’s sleep territory?
a. Go to bed and get up at consistent times.
b. Use caffeine consistently throughout the day.
c. Avoid long commute times or have someone drive the nurse to work.
d. Find a dark room, turn off phones, and place a sign on the door.
d. Find a dark room, turn off phones, and place a sign on the door.
All of these items address the hazards associated with shift work and promote adequate sleep. However, finding a dark room, turning off phones, and placing a sign on the door are activities that protect sleep territory.
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