This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Medicine
[{'content': 'Jordin is a client with jaundice who is experiencing pruritus. Which nursing intervention would be included in the care plan for the client? \nSelect and explain. \nA. Administering vitamin K subcutaneously, B. Applying pressure when giving I.M. injections, C. Decreasing the client’s dietary protein intake, D. Keeping the client’s fingernails short and smooth', 'role': 'user'}, {'content': 'Answer: D \nExplanation: The client with pruritus experiences itching, which may lead to skin breakdown and possible infection\xa0from scratching. \nKeeping his fingernails short and smooth helps prevent skin breakdown and infection from scratching. \nApplying pressure when giving I.M. injections and administering vitamin K subcutaneously are important if the client develops bleeding\xa0problems. \nDecreasing the client’s dietary intake is appropriate if the client’s ammonia levels are increased.', 'role': 'assistant'}]