A Patient with Rheumatoid Arthritis Reports, "For the Past Month

Multiple Choice

A patient with rheumatoid arthritis reports, "For the past month I've had trouble falling asleep. When I finally get to sleep, I wake up several times during the night." Which information should the nurse seek initially?

A) "What have you done to try to improve your sleep?"
B) "What would be a good sleep pattern for you?"
C) "How much exercise are you getting?"
D) "Do you have pain at night?"