Patient remains free of risk of drug dependence issues through appropriate use of sedative/hypnotics, taking medication only as prescribed, reporting any problems with increased resistance to drug’s...

Patient remains free of risk of drug dependence issues through appropriate use of sedative/hypnotics, taking medication only as prescribed, reporting any problems with increased resistance to drug’s effects, as well as excessive sedation and the feeling that more medication is needed to get the same drug effect. • Patient tries nonpharmacologic measures to promote sleep, as needed.