The client complains of chronic pruritus. Which of the following diagnoses would the nurse expect to support this client's complaint?
1. Anemia
2. Renal failure
3. Hypothyroidism
4. Diabetes mellitus
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Rationale: Clients with renal failure often have pruritus, or itchy skin. This is because of impaired clearance of waste products by the kidneys. The client who is markedly anemic is likely to have pale skin. Hypothyroidism may lead to complaints of dry skin. Clients with diabetes mellitus are at risk for skin infections and skin breakdown.
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