Question

The nurse educates a patient with chronic kidney disease about several interventions to reduce pruritus associated with dry skin and uremia. Which statement, if made by the patient to the nurse, indicates further teaching is required? A. "I will avoid taking hot showers." B. "I can rub my skin instead of scratching." C. "Menthol can be used to numb the itch sensation." D. "A lubricating lotion right after bathing will help."

Answer 1

Answer:

B). "I can rub my skin instead of scratching."

Explanation:

As per the question, option B displays the statement that the nurse requires further teaching as she allows the patient suffering from pruritus to rub his/her skin which may lead to cause 'vasodilation'(that may increase itching). In order to avoid such situations, the nurses are instructed to not allow the patient to rub or take a bath in a hot shower as it activates the vasodilation which ends up in increased itching. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.