Sleep Flashcards

1
Q

5 sleep hygiene nurse interventions

A
Sleep schedule
Exercise
Diet
Sleep environment
Bedtime routine
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2
Q

3 tips for sleep schedule

A

Sleep same time each night
Avoid naps during day
Exposure to natural light

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3
Q

Exercise increase

A

NREM and REM sleep

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4
Q

High intensity exercise should be performed at least…

A

2 hours before bed

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5
Q

Relaxing exercise like yoga will help can be performed within the hour

A

Initiate a healthy night’s sleep

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6
Q

Having these meals can interfere with falling and staying asleep

A

large, heavy, or spicy meals

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7
Q

Going to bed __ can make hard to sleep

A

Hungry

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8
Q

__ __ and __ can promote sleep

A

Complex carbs and tryptophan

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9
Q

Avoid __ and __

A

caffeine and nicotine

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10
Q

__ can make falling asleep easier but will interfere with sleep cycle

A

Alcohol

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11
Q

__ consumption should be limited in the evening

A

Fluid

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12
Q

Most people prefer a __ and __ room

A

dark and quiet

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13
Q

__ and __ may prefer a small night light

A

infants and older adults

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14
Q

Bed should provide __ and linens

A

support

freedom of movement

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15
Q

__ __ while sleeping should prevent muscle strain and discomfort

A

body alignment

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16
Q

Bed should be used for __ and __ only

A

sleep and sex

17
Q

May include bathing, story time, music, snuggles, too or blanket

A

bedtime routines for children

18
Q

Helping and relaxing activities before bed (5)

A

Reading, warm bath, light snack, aromatherapy, music

19
Q

3 nursing interventions for sleep inpatient

A

Routine
Noise control
Evening care

20
Q

2 nonpharmacologic interventions for insomnia

A

Sleep restriction. Staying in bed only when asleep

Cognitive therapy to relax before bedtime

21
Q

Nonpharm intervention for hyperinsomnia

A

Focus on correcting underlying medical condition

22
Q

Nonpharm interventions for narcolepsy

A

Regular exercise
Regular sleep routine
Light meals increase protein and vitamins

23
Q

Nonpharm intervent for narcolepsy - what to avoid

A

Alcohol
Heavy meals
Long distance driving
Long periods of sitting

24
Q

Obstructive sleep apnea nonpharm interventions

A

Improve sleep, decrease weight

25
Q

May be prescribed for obstructive sleep apnea

A

CPAP device

26
Q

Patients may report during CPAP use

A

Skin irritation, discomfort, claustrophobic sensation

27
Q

Nonpharm interventions for restless leg syndrome

A
Decrease caffeine 
Decrease alcohol
Walking
Leg massages
Deep knee bends
28
Q

Nonpharm interventions for sleep terrors

A
Sleep schedule
Sleep hygiene
Relaxation therapy
CBT
Hypnosis
29
Q

4 common categories of sleep medication

A

Sedative hypnotics
Benzodiazepines
Melatonin receptor agents
Antidepressants

30
Q

Antihistamines can be used for sleep for..

A

a couple days

31
Q

2 examples for antihistamines to be used for sleep

A

Benadryl and unisom

32
Q

Side effects of antihistamines

A

Drowsiness, dizziness, confusion, dry mouth/throat

33
Q

Precautions RN should take if patient on sleep meds

A

Bed low, handrails in place, night light on, call light