The patient with herpes zoster has pruritus and reports difficulty resting at night. Which intervention will best aid the patient?

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Encouraging the patient to take prescribed antipruritic agents approximately one hour before bedtime can help to reduce itching and assist the patient in getting a better night's rest. Massaging the irritated skin areas with lotion or applying powder to the lesions may provide temporary relief but is not as effective as medication. Using heavy bed linens to avoid chilling at night is not specific to the symptom of pruritus and may not provide relief.

The Patient with Herpes Zoster Has Pruritus and Reports Difficulty