Author Question: A client with atopic dermatitis has intense pruritus. Which of the following should the nurse ... (Read 66 times)

lak · **on:** Jul 17, 2018

A client with atopic dermatitis has intense pruritus. Which of the following should the nurse explain as an intervention to prevent pruritus?

A) Do not wash new clothes before wearing them.
B) Apply lotion on dry skin.
C) Wear nylon gloves and socks at night.
D) Avoid activities that cause the body to be chilled.

Question 2

The nurse determines that a newborn weighs 6 lb 7 oz. What would be the equivalent of this weight in grams?

A) 2,920 g
B) 2,980 g
C) 3,000 g
D) 3,200 g

Koolkid240 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 17, 2018

Answer to Question 1

B
Feedback:
The nurse should explain that applying lotion on dry skin helps prevent pruritus. The other interventions that help prevent pruritus include wearing cotton, not nylon, gloves or socks at night, rinsing clothes in clear water, and avoiding fabric softeners or starch. Clients should be advised to avoid activities that cause the body to be overheated.

Answer to Question 2

A
Feedback:
To determine ounces; 16 oz = 1 lb; multiple pounds by 16 . 1 oz = 28.35 g. To covert ounces to grams, multiply grams by 28.35 . In this case: 6 lb 16 = 96 oz + 7 oz = 103 oz 28.35 = 2920.05.