Insect Repellent Safety: Dos and Don'ts

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What should you NOT do when applying insect repellent to children?

Apply to exposed skin and clothing

Use higher concentrations of DEET on children than on adults

Avoid applying to hands and around the eyes and mouth

Use it on open wounds or irritated skin (correct)

What should you DO when applying insect repellent to clothing?

Apply it to clothing and wear immediately

Apply it to clothing and let it dry before wearing (correct)

Apply it to the skin first and then put on clothes

Don't apply it to clothing at all

Why should you NOT use high concentrations of DEET on children?

Because DEET is only for use on adults

Because DEET is not effective on children

Because high concentrations can be toxic to children (correct)

Because DEET is not recommended for outdoor use

What should you DO after applying insect repellent?

Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water Signup and view all the answers

What should you NOT do when using insect repellent on infants?

Use products with DEET on infants under 2 months Signup and view all the answers

What should you do to ensure the effectiveness of insect repellent?

Apply it uniformly and reapply as directed Signup and view all the answers

What should you avoid doing when using insect repellent on exposed skin?

Spraying it directly on the face Signup and view all the answers

What should you do when using insect repellent on children?

Choose a repellent with a concentration of DEET that is appropriate for their age Signup and view all the answers

What is a general precaution when using insect repellent?

Wash your hands after applying insect repellent Signup and view all the answers

When should you reapply insect repellent?

After swimming or sweating Signup and view all the answers

Insect Repellent Safety: Dos and Don'ts

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Questions and Answers

What should you NOT do when applying insect repellent to children?

What should you DO when applying insect repellent to clothing?

Why should you NOT use high concentrations of DEET on children?

What should you DO after applying insect repellent?

What should you NOT do when using insect repellent on infants?

What should you do to ensure the effectiveness of insect repellent?

What should you avoid doing when using insect repellent on exposed skin?

What should you do when using insect repellent on children?

What is a general precaution when using insect repellent?

When should you reapply insect repellent?

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