Avoid Harsh Skin Care Products for Pruritus in Chronic Renal Failure

What type of skin care product should a client with chronic renal failure avoid to reduce pruritus from uremia?

a) lanolin-based lotion
b) bath oil
c) mild soap
d) astringent cleansing pads

Final answer:

To reduce pruritus from uremia, a client with chronic renal failure should avoid astringent cleansing pads and use alcohol-free products and lukewarm water.

A nurse giving suggestions to a client with chronic renal failure to reduce pruritus from uremia should advise the client to avoid harsh skin care products. Specifically, the client should avoid astringent cleansing pads, which are likely to irritate the skin further. It is recommended to use only alcohol-free products and to rinse with lukewarm water. Pruritus in this condition can be exacerbated by dry skin, which can be treated with topical moisturizers. However, care needs to be taken to use gentle products that do not contribute to additional skin irritation.