A Patient Says, "One Result of My Chronic Stress Is

Multiple Choice

A patient says, "One result of my chronic stress is that I feel so tired. I usually sleep from 11 p.m. to 6:30 a.m I started setting my alarm to give me an extra 30 minutes of sleep each morning, but I don't feel any better and I'm rushed for work." Which nursing response would best address the patient's concerns?

A) "You may need to speak to your doctor about taking a sedative to help you sleep."
B) "Perhaps going to bed a half-hour earlier would work better than sleeping later."
C) "A glass of wine in the evening might take the edge off and help you to rest."
D) "Exercising just before retiring for the night may help you to sleep better."