A school-age child is reported to frequently scratch the scalp and the hair "is clumpy and smells really bad." What should the nurse instruct the parent to do?
A. Suggest that the patient have a blood glucose level drawn.
B. Suggest that the patient wash the hair.
C. Suggest that the patient be checked for head lice.
D. Suggest that the patient have a haircut.
Answer: C
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Fill in the blank(s) with correct word