A nurse is educating a community group of parents about prevention of West Nile virus. Which information does the nurse include in the teaching session? (Select all that apply.)
A.
All children should be sprayed with DEET before going outside.
B.
Eliminate standing water around your house, such as in birdbaths.
C.
Holistic mosquito repellent, such as lavender, is very effective.
D.
Long sleeves and long pants help prevent mosquito bites.
E.
The peak season for this virus is late summer to early autumn.
ANS: B, D, E
West Nile is most prevalent in late summer and early fall. Standing water is a breeding ground for mosquitoes and should be eliminated. Long sleeves and pant legs help keep mosquito bites from occurring on the arms and legs. Mosquito repellants containing DEET are most effective in preventing mosquito bites. Holistic methods are not as effective. Children under the age of 2 years should not have DEET sprayed onto their skin; rather, it should be applied to their clothing.
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