The practical nurse (P) is preparing to administer a dose of zolpidem, a benzodiazepine receptor agonist, prescribed as needed (PRN) at hour of sleep (HS) for a male adult client. At 2100, the client states he plans to stay up for two more hours to read and will turn on the call light when he is ready for the medication.Which action should the PN take?A Make a notation that the routine medication time should be changed to 2300.B Plan to return and administer the medication when requested by the client.C Explain that the medication should be given as needed (PRN) at 2100 for best effect.D Remind the client that the medication takes 1 to 2 hours to begin to take effect.
[Answered]: The practical nurse (P) is preparing to…
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