A community health nurse is providing an educational session at the senior center on how to promote sleep. Which practices should the nurse recommend? (Select all that apply.)

A) Take a nap in the afternoon.
B) Sleep where you sleep best.
C) Use sedatives as a last resort.
D) Watch television right before sleep.
E) Decrease fluids 2 to 4 hours before sleep.
F) Get up if unable to fall asleep in 15 to 30 minutes.

Sedatives

Medications that produce a calming effect by decreasing functional activity, diminishing irritability, and allaying excitement.

Decrease fluids

A medical or dietary recommendation to reduce liquid intake, often advised in conditions where fluid retention is a concern.

Nap in the afternoon

A short period of sleep taken during the afternoon to refresh one's energy levels and improve overall alertness and performance.