Because skin irritation and itching can interfere with normal sleep, the nurse teaches the patient with a pruritic skin disorder to:
A) Take naps when itching is less severe.
B) Take a cool bath at bedtime.
C) Exercise prior to bedtime.
D) Alter bedtime schedule.
Ans: B
Feedback: In general, cool baths are recommended for pruritic skin. Measures to promote sleep include keeping a regular schedule for sleeping, going to bed at the same time and getting up at the same time; using a bedtime routine; and exercising regularly.
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