The school nurse is instructing a parent in the care and elimination of lice from their child's hair. The parent brings all of the products for care in a bag. Which contents are not appropriate for use?
A) Shampoo and conditioner
B) Permethrin (Nix)
C) Plastic wide-toothed comb
D) New hair clips
A
Feedback:
The nurse is correct to instruct the parent to avoid shampoo and conditioner because this coats the hair and protects the nits. Nix and a wide-toothed comb are recommended. New hair clips may be used once the infestation is gone.
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