A Client with Clinical Depression Asks the Nurse for Suggestions

Multiple Choice

A client with clinical depression asks the nurse for suggestions on how to improve the quality of sleep. The client often drinks a glass of wine before bedtime to help sleep. The client falls asleep quickly but then wakes up an hour or so later and often feels anxious. A period of wakefulness follows, often lasting several hours. Which of the following planning goals would be least appropriate for this client?

A) Avoid the use of alcohol late in the evening.
B) Reduce or remove environmental distractions from the bedroom.
C) Maintain a consistent bedtime.
D) Report decreased snoring.