Headlice Flashcards
1
Q
Non-Pharmacological treatment of Head lice
A
wet combing
2
Q
How long should you wet comb for
A
30 mins in 4 day intervals
(minumum 2 weeks)
3
Q
When should you stop wet combing
A
until no lice in 3 sessions straight
4
Q
What is Pharmacological treatment of Head lice
A
- Dimeticone
- Malathion
5
Q
How to apply Dimeticone
A
- apply naturally to dry for 8 hours
- repeat after 7 days
6
Q
How to apply Malathion
A
-apply for 12 hours to dry naturally
- repeat after 7 days
7
Q
When should you avoid Malathion and why
A
- Eczema
- Asthma
due to alcohol content
