unit 6-8 prevention of lice and cockroaches

Question 1

what type of lice is pediculus and where is it found

Answer 1

body louse

body area other than head/neck

Question 2

what type of louse is pediculus humanus capitis where is it found

Answer 2

head louse

head and neck

Question 3

what type of lice is phthirus pubis and where is it found

Answer 3

crab louse

pubic hair, anal region, eyebrows

Question 4

what is the treatment for lice

Answer 4

elimite (permethrin) ointment/shampoos
wash clothes linen at 100*F (37.8*C)
treat family simultaneously
wash brushes w/ hot water and soap
avoid common articles of personal hygiene

Question 5

what type of cockroach has 2 longitudinal dark stripes near the head
need food, water, harborage, and warmth for growth and survival
most common indoor species
in food service spaces

Answer 5

german cockroach

Question 6

2 yellow bands near the base of adult wings and 2 transverse light bands on the dorsal surface of the nymphs

common in hotels and hospital wards

Answer 6

brown-banded cockroach

Question 7

what cockroach has anterior dorsal plate behind the head has conspicuous yellow posterior border strip

potentially dangerous disease vector

filthy habits likes food sources

Answer 7

American cockroach

Question 8

list the 3 control methods for cockroaches

Answer 8

sanitation MOST IMPOPRTANT
eliminate harborages
surveillance and chemical control

Question 9

how often should surveillance be conducted for cockroaches in food service spaces

Answer 9

every 2 weeks