A male patient states that his back is itching. What should the nurse do initially to relieve the patient's discomfort?
a. Administer an anti-itch cream.
b. Assess the patient's skin condition.
c. Remind the patient to shift positions.
d. State that hospital sheets are scratchy.
B
The nurse addresses the patient's itchy back by inspecting and assessing the patient's back for hives, a rash, or redness; the nurse uses the data to formulate a plan of care to relieve the itching. The nurse does not have complete patient data to justify administering an anti-itch cream or recommend shifting positions until the assessment is completed. Hospital sheets should not be scratchy or stiff since this would increase the risk of skin irritation and breakdown.
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