Pediculosis - Head, Body & Pubes

Question 1

How long can lice survive on humans?

Answer 1

30 days for lice

2 weeks for eggies

Question 2

T/F Lice is status & hygiene related.

Answer 2

FALSE

Question 3

T/F Lice causes serious medical problems.

Answer 3

FALSE. Just itching.

Question 4

Symptoms of lice include: (3)

Answer 4

Intense itching
Small red bumps on scalp
Eggs or nits on the bottom of the hair

Question 5

If a lice is on the go, it’s a:

Answer 5

Louse

Question 6

How do we discover lice?

Answer 6

Take a look. Good lighting, magnifying glasses, parting hair.

Question 7

T/F Wear gloves when checking for lice.

Answer 7

TRUE

Question 8

How to treat lice?

Answer 8

Tea-Tree Shampoo

If unsuccessful, get the Dr. for Rx med

Question 9

Possible complications

Answer 9

Skin infexn RT scratching

may need antihistamines

Question 10

Prevention:

Answer 10

Quit using your sisters hair brush!!

Avoid contact w/ lice people, and their linens/hairbrushes

Question 11

Dr. Would prescribe:

Answer 11

y-Benzene hexachloride or pyrethrins

Question 12

Pediculus Humanus var. capitis:

Answer 12

Head Lice

Question 13

Pediculus Humanus var. corporis:

Answer 13

Body Lice

Question 14

Phthirus Pubis:

Answer 14

Pubic Lice

Question 15

Lice presents as:

Answer 15

Minute, red, noninflammatory points flush w/ skin.

Question 16

Can progress to:

Answer 16

Papular wheal-like lesions

Secondary excoriation