A client taking a CNS stimulant may experience altered sleep patterns. Which of the following suggestions would be most helpful? Select all that apply
A) Administer the drug early in the day.
B) Take frequent naps throughout the day.
C) Avoid caffeine products.
D) Stop taking the medication.
E) Be active during the day.
Ans: A, C, E
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The nurse can instruct the client to administer the drug early in the day, avoid caffeine and other CNS stimulants, be active during the day, and not nap during the day to aid in sleep alteration caused by the use of a CNS stimulant.
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