Pediculosis and Head Lice Infestations

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What is the time frame during which little evidence of infection exists in the host individual?

  • 6-12 weeks
  • 4-8 weeks
  • 2-6 weeks (correct)
  • 1-2 weeks

In what percentage of patients with scabies do nodules occur?

  • 15-20%
  • 7-10% (correct)
  • 5-10%
  • 10-15%

Who is particularly susceptible to crusted scabies due to immunocompromise?

  • Elderly individuals
  • Young adults
  • Physically or mentally disabled individuals (correct)
  • Pregnant women

What is the potential consequence of mitral insufficiency or stenosis in girls during pregnancy?

<p>Heart failure (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the type of hypersensitivity reaction that occurs in response to mites, eggs, and scybala?

<p>Type IV hypersensitivity (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what population is nodular scabies more commonly seen?

<p>Young children (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of Aschoff bodies forming on heart valves?

<p>Valve dysfunction (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the name given to the distinctive and highly contagious form of scabies that affects immunocompromised individuals?

<p>Norwegian scabies (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the potential consequence of rheumatic fever in children?

<p>Valve dysfunction (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why might some children require mitral valve replacement?

<p>Due to mitral insufficiency or stenosis (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of prescribing digoxin and diuretics in children with rheumatic fever?

<p>To reduce symptoms of CHF (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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