The nurse is assessing the patient's physical need for sleep. Which question would best assess safety risks for this patient?
1) "Where does the patient sleep?"
2) "How many hours does the patient spend in bed each day?"
3) "Are bed rails needed for the patient?"
4) "Does the patient have privacy for sleeping?"
ANS: 3
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