Asked by Jason Hogaputra on Jul 22, 2024
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A client tells the nurse that he is having difficulty sleeping.He says,"I don't want to use sleeping pills,but I'm thinking about getting some melatonin." Which of the following is most important for the nurse to include in a response to the client?
A) "Melatonin is an effective treatment for certain sleep disorders."
B) "Melatonin appears to be a relatively safe sleep aid for most people."
C) "You may experience some side effects, such as elevated blood pressure."
D) "Before taking melatonin, you should consult your primary care provider."
Melatonin
A hormone produced by the pineal gland in the brain, involved in regulating sleep-wake cycles and signaling the body when it's time to sleep.
Sleeping Pills
Medications prescribed to induce or improve sleep quality for those suffering from insomnia or other sleep disorders.
Elevated Blood Pressure
A condition where the force of the blood against the artery walls is higher than normal, which can lead to health problems such as heart disease.
- Identify the circumstances under which it is essential to seek traditional medical advice, particularly with the use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) therapies.
- Familiarize oneself with the legal implications, safety standards, and efficacy of CAM therapies and products.
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Learning Objectives
- Identify the circumstances under which it is essential to seek traditional medical advice, particularly with the use of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) therapies.
- Familiarize oneself with the legal implications, safety standards, and efficacy of CAM therapies and products.
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