Head Lice Flashcards
1
Q
Head Lice
A
pediculus capitis living on scalp of humans
2
Q
nits
A
empty egg shells
3
Q
diagnosis
A
wet hair comb
4
Q
management
A
treatment only needed if evidence of live lice:
wet combing, medication
household members only treated if infected
5
Q
do patients need to take time off from school
A
no
