Basic Care and ComfortQuestion 171 of 2368
Which treatment is usually recommended first for chronic insomnia?
- Melatonin supplements
- Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia
- A benzodiazepine
- An over-the-counter antihistamine
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Correct answer: Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia
Cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia is usually the first treatment recommended for chronic insomnia.
Source: Nursing Fundamentals, 2nd edition (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2024), Sleep and Rest: Sleep Disorders. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
Practice the topic "Basic Care and Comfort"Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026