A Nurse Assesses an Older Client Who Is Scratching and Rubbing

question 21

Multiple Choice

A nurse assesses an older client who is scratching and rubbing white ridges on the skin between the fingers and on the wrists.Which action should the nurse take?

• A) Place the client in a single room.
• B) Administer an antihistamine.
• C) Assess the client's airway.
• D) Apply gloves to minimize friction.

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