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strangeaffliction

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A client is experiencing intense pruritis from contact dermatitis. Which of the following would be helpful for this client?
 
  1. Administer hydroxyzine HCL as prescribed.
  2. Cover the area with a warm compress.
  3. Instruct to scratch the skin with finger pads.
  4. Increase ambulation when itching occurs.

Question 2

A client is prescribed to receive a nasogastric (NG) tube feeding. The nurse realizes that:
 
  1. placement does not need to be checked before the feeding.
  2. an NG tube is for long-term uses.
  3. the head of the bed must be 30 degrees or greater.
  4. feeding the client is not a reason for an NG tube.



frogdreck123456

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Answer to Question 1

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Hydroxyzine HCL is an antihistamine used to relieve pruritis associated with contact dermatitis. Covering the area with a warm compress could cause the area to itch more. The client should be instructed to avoid scratching. Ambulation will not help reduce the itchiness.

Answer to Question 2

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The head of the client's bed must be at least 30 degrees to decrease the risk of aspiration during feeding. Placement must be checked prior to feeding, and NG tubes are not for long-term use.



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