Apply calamine lotion, provide baking soda baths. Administer medications such as cholestyramine (Questran), hydroxyzine (Atarax), diphenhydramine (Benadryl), ifindicated.
Suggest clipping fingernails short; provide mittens/gloves if indicated.
Use alternating pressure mattress, egg-crate mattress, waterbed, sheepskins, as indicated.
Inspect skin surfaces/pressure points routinely. Gently massage bony prominences or areas of continued stress. Use emollient lotions; limit use of soap for bathing.
Keep linens dry and free of winkles.