When assessing a patient, the patient complains of an uncomfortable sensation leading to an urge to scratch. The nurse notes the patient scratches frequently. How should the nurse document this finding?
a. Dyspnea
b. Cyanosis
c. Jaundice
d. Pruritus
ANS: D
Pruritus is a symptom of itching and an uncomfortable sensation leading to an urge to scratch. Some causes are allergy, infection, jaundice, elevated serum urea, and skin irritation.
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