After instructing the client prescribed zolpidem tartrate, which of the following comments by the client indicates his understanding of the teaching?
a. "I need to have a follow-up visit with my doctor in a week."
b. "If I take a nap during the day, the medication will work better at bedtime."
c. "If I can't sleep after taking one pill, I can take another one."
d. "I can buy this medication without a prescription."
ANS: A
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A Correct: The client should be re-evaluated after 7-10 days.
B Incorrect: Daytime napping often interferes with nighttime sleeping.
C Incorrect: This is not the usual method of prescribing this agent.
D Incorrect: This is a prescription agent.
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