A patient has severe pruritus from hepatitis B. Which of the following nursing measures would provide the greatest level of patient comfort?
A) Use hot water to increase vasodilation.
B) Use cold water to decrease itching sensation.
C) Give tepid water baths.
D) Avoid lotions and creams.
Ans: C
Feedback: Measures to treat pruritus include tepid sponge baths and the use of emollient creams and lotions. Hot water should be avoided because capillary dilation may increase pruritus. Warm water is preferred to cold. The use of emollient creams and lotions on dry skin is recommended.
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