The Client Has Just Returned from Having a Cast Placed

The client has just returned from having a cast placed on the right forearm and is found putting a lead pencil in the cast to "reach the itch."  What is the nurse's priority action?

A) Offer the client a straw to reach the itch instead of a lead pencil
B) Perform a peripheral neurovascular check of the casted extremity
C) Pour a generous amount of baby powder or corn starch in the cast to reach the itch
D) Review appropriate itch relief technique using the cool setting of a hair dryer

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