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What is another name for pediculosis capitis?
What is another name for pediculosis capitis?
- Ringworm
- Scabies
- Eczema
- Lice (correct)
How should clothing and bedding be washed to eliminate lice?
How should clothing and bedding be washed to eliminate lice?
- Warm water, normal cycle
- Delicate cycle, air dry
- Hot soapy water, hot cycle (correct)
- Cold water, gentle cycle
What is used to eliminate lice?
What is used to eliminate lice?
- Pediculicide shampoo (correct)
- Antibiotic
- Antifungal cream
- Antiviral medication
How do nits attach to the hair shaft?
How do nits attach to the hair shaft?
What tool can assist in visualizing lice?
What tool can assist in visualizing lice?
Flashcards
Pediculosis Capitis
Pediculosis Capitis
Infestation of the scalp with lice, commonly known as lice.
Lice identification
Lice identification
You can see lice at the base of the hair shaft when using a fine-tooth comb and bright light.
Nits
Nits
Nits are lice eggs that stick firmly to the hair shaft.
Pediculicide Shampoo
Pediculicide Shampoo
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Lice treatment
Lice treatment
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Study Notes
- Pediculosis Capititis is also known as lice.
- Lice can be visualized through fine-tooth combing and bright light, appearing at the bottom of the hair shaft.
- Nits stick to the hair shaft which do not move freely.
- Pediculicide shampoo is used to eliminate lice, but should not be used on children with asthma.
- Wash clothes, bedding, and other items in hot, soapy water and dry on a hot cycle.
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Understand the causes, identification, and treatment of pediculosis capitis, commonly known as lice. Learn how to visualize lice through fine-tooth combing, identify nits, and apply pediculicide shampoo safely. Discover proper hygiene practices to eliminate lice.
