A client with chronic renal failure reports persistent pruritus (itching). What is the nurse's best response?

A. Incorrect. Administering an antiemetic medication may help relieve nausea, but it is not the priority action in a client with chronic renal failure experiencing anorexia and nausea.

B. Incorrect. Encouraging the client to increase protein intake is not appropriate if they are experiencing anorexia and nausea. Protein intake may need to be adjusted based on the client's symptoms and kidney function.

C. Incorrect. While assessing serum electrolyte levels is important in chronic renal failure, it is not the priority action in this situation. The client's anorexia and nausea require immediate attention.

D. Correct. Monitoring the client's weight and fluid intake is the priority action when the client is experiencing anorexia and nausea. These symptoms may indicate fluid and electrolyte imbalances that need to be addressed promptly.

A. Correct. Fatigue and weakness are early clinical manifestations of chronic renal failure, often due to anemia and the accumulation of waste products in the blood.

B. Incorrect. Hematuria may be present in some cases of kidney dysfunction, but it is not typically an early symptom of chronic renal failure.

C. Incorrect. Shortness of breath and chest pain are more likely to be associated with fluid overload or cardiac issues, which may occur in advanced stages of chronic renal failure.

D. Incorrect. Hyperkalemia is a complication of chronic renal failure but may not be an early clinical manifestation. It is more likely to occur as kidney function declines and potassium excretion becomes impaired.