When Teaching a Patient with Contact Dermatitis of the Arms

question 18

Multiple Choice

When teaching a patient with contact dermatitis of the arms and lower legs about ways to decrease pruritis, which information will the nurse include (select all that apply) ?

• A) Cool, wet cloths or dressings can be used to reduce itching.
• B) Take cool or tepid baths several times daily to decrease itching.
• C) Add oil to your bath water to aid in moisturizing the affected skin.
• D) Rub yourself dry with a towel after bathing to prevent skin maceration.
• E) Use of an over-the-counter ( OTC ) antihistamine with sedative effects can reduce scratching.