A patient scratches and picks at his skin.You would expect the nurse to:
A) Find out the reason for the behavior
B) Order mitt restraints for the person
C) Order wrist restraints for the person
D) Ask the doctor to order an ointment

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The nurse should find out the reason for the behavior, as scratching and picking can be due to a variety of reasons such as anxiety, stress, or a medical condition. Once the reason is identified, appropriate interventions can be implemented to address the underlying cause. Ordering restraints or ointments without understanding the underlying cause is not an effective or ethical approach.

A Patient Scratches and Picks at His Skin