A Patient Experiencing Intense Itching of the Scalp and Face

question 38

Multiple Choice

A patient experiencing intense itching of the scalp and face has pediculosis in the hair and eyebrows. Which of the following should be included in the information provided to the patient?

• A)"Apply the medication for at least 30 minutes before washing it off."
• B)"You should start washing your hair more often to avoid this condition."
• C)"A single treatment will manage the infestation."
• D)"Infestations in the eyebrows will be treated by applying a thin layer of permethrin 1% cream (NIX) to the brows."

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