The male client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is admitted to the medical unit. During the admission process the client tells the nurse that he cannot sleep without...

The male client diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is admitted to the medical unit. During the admission process the client tells the nurse that he cannot sleep without Valium, a benzodiazepine, every night. Which intervention should the nurse implement?

1. Inform the client that clients with COPD should not take Valium.

2. Ask the client when he last had any seizure activity.

3. Determine what effect the Valium has on the client when he takes it.

4. Ask the health-care provider for an order for Valium.