A patient has generalized macular-papular skin eruptions and complains of severe pruritus from contact dermatitis. When the nurse administers his therapeutic bath, it is important to remember that
a. using Burow's solution helps promote healing.
b. rubbing the skin briskly decreases pruritus.
c. allowing 20 to 60 minutes to complete the bath will prevent pruritus.
d. sterilizing all equipment used will prevent pruritus.
A
Pruritus is responsible for most of the discomfort. Wet dressings, using Burow's solution, help promote the healing process. A cool environment with increased humidity decreases the pruritus.
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