ATI: RN Comfort, Rest, and Sleep Assessment 2.0
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A nurse is caring for a client who needs to be awakened for the
administration of an oral medication. Which of the following findings
should indicate to the nurse that the client was in stage 3 of the sleep
cycle when awakened?
a. The client was easily awakened.
b. The client states that they were having a pleasant dream.
c. The client experiences mental cloudiness for 30-60 min.
d. Prior to being awakened, the client's breathing was irregular, and
their heartrate was elevated. - Correct Answerc. The client experiences
mental cloudiness for 30-60 min.
-Stage 3 of the sleep cycle is the deepest stage of sleep in which muscle,
tissue, and bones regenerate and the immune system strengthens. If a
client is awakened during stage 3 of the sleep cycle, the nurse should
expect the client to experience mental cloudiness for 30 to 60 min.
A nurse is caring for a client who works overnight shifts. The nurse
should identify that individuals who perform shift work are at an
increased risk for developing which of the following conditions?
a. Diabetes mellitus
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b. Central sleep apnea
c. Hypersomnia
d. Restless leg syndrome - Correct Answera. Diabetes mellitus
-Individuals who perform shift work are at an increased risk for
developing health conditions, including diabetes mellitus, obesity, and
cardiovascular disease.
A nurse is caring for a client who reports that they use their smartphone
at night while they are in bed. The nurse should identify that excessive
smartphone use can increase the client's risk for which of the following?
a. Depression
b. Binge eating disorder
c. Restless leg syndrome
d. Diminished circadian rhythm - Correct Answera. Depression
-Excessive smartphone use is a risk factor for both depression and poor
sleep.
A nurse is discussing the stages of the sleep cycle with a client. The
nurse should include that the immune system is strengthened, and
tissues and bones are repaired during which of the following stages of
the sleep cycle?
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