A nurse is applying a 5% permethrin lotion to a toddler with scabies. The nurse applies the lotion
1. to the scalp only.
2. over the entire body from the chindown,as well as on the scalp and forehead.
3. only on the areas with evidence ofscabies activity.
4. only on the hands.
Answer:2
Rationale: Treatment of scabies involves application of a scabicide,such as 5 percent permethrin lotion,over the entire body from the chin down. The scabicide is also applied to the scalp and forehead of younger children,avoiding the rest of the face.
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