A newly admitted 86-year-old patient has scratch marks in the groin and axilla and on her limbs.There are small,punctate red lesions that the patient says itch "like crazy." Which nursing action is most appropriate?
A) Employ skin tear precautions
B) Employ Standard Precautions
C) Employ use of emollient
D) Employs focused assessment for cause
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