Which intervention should the practical nurse (PN) reinforce for a client with pruritus?

Encouraging a warm sleeping environment might exacerbate itching for some individuals. Keeping fingernails trimmed short prevents skin damage from scratching and reduces the risk of infection. Using skin lubricants can often alleviate pruritus by moisturizing the skin. Tub baths with certain additives can exacerbate itching, but not all types of tub baths need to be avoided.