The nurse assesses a client with severe pruritus as a complication of cirrhosis. Which intervention should the nurse delegate to the unlicensed assistive personnel?

Rationale: A. Applying moisturizer is a non-invasive, routine hygiene measure that falls within the scope of practice of unlicensed assistive personnel (UAP). It helps relieve pruritus by reducing skin dryness and can be safely delegated. B. This is incorrect because applying prescription medications requires nursing judgment and knowledge of the medication, dose, and timing. This task must be performed by a licensed nurse. C. This is incorrect because increasing room temperature may actually worsen pruritus, as heat can aggravate itching. Additionally, adjusting environmental controls for therapeutic purposes is part of the nurse’s assessment and planning, not a delegated task. D. This is incorrect because hot baths can worsen pruritus and damage already sensitive skin. Bathing interventions should be guided by the nurse to ensure safety and appropriate temperature and products are used.