A client reports having trouble falling asleep due to persistent anxiety following a recent hospitalization. Which intervention is MOST effective in helping the client improve sleep quality?
Encourage the client to adopt soothing activities, such as deep breathing, before bedtime.
Advise the client to minimize noise and adjust lighting in the bedroom.
Recommend the client try over-the-counter sleep aids for temporary improvement.
Suggest the client go to bed earlier to allow for more rest.
The correct answer is to encourage the client to adopt a relaxing pre-sleep routine to prepare the body and mind for rest. Engaging in calming activities, such as deep breathing or mindfulness exercises, can alleviate anxiety, which is a primary barrier to falling asleep. While environmental adjustments, like reducing noise or dimming lights, can contribute to a better sleep experience, they are not sufficient to address anxiety-induced insomnia. Similarly, advising the client to go to bed earlier may disrupt their natural sleep pattern without addressing the underlying cause. Using over-the-counter sleep aids should be approached with caution as they carry potential risks, do not solve the root problem, and are not considered a first-line intervention for anxiety-related sleep disturbances.
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