A nurse is caring for a client who has depression and reports only sleeping a few hours each night. Which of the following instructions should the nurse give the client to promote sleep?

A. Eating a large meal before bedtime can cause discomfort and interfere with sleep. Clients should avoid heavy meals close to bedtime. B. Limiting caffeine intake promotes better sleep. Caffeine is a stimulant that can interfere with falling and staying asleep. Reducing consumption, especially later in the day, supports improved sleep hygiene. C. Alcohol may initially cause drowsiness but disrupts sleep cycles and can worsen depression. It is not recommended as a sleep aid. D. Daytime napping can interfere with nighttime sleep and should generally be limited, especially for clients experiencing insomnia.