A newly admitted older adult asks for a sedative every night and states that she cannot fall asleep. What type of sleep disorder is the patient most likely experiencing?
a. Onset related to anxiety of relocation
b. Maintenance related to unfamiliar environment
c. Initiation related to depression associated with relocation
d. Maintenance related to episodes of nocturnal movement disorders
ANS: A
Sleep onset issues are usually associated with anxiety.
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