Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 81%
Simulated
A school nurse identifies that a child has pediculosis capitis and educates the child's parents about the condition. Which of the following statements by the parents indicates an understanding of the teaching?
Correct answer
D
Rationale
The correct answer is D. Washing recently used clothing, bedding, and towels in hot water helps kill lice and their eggs, preventing re-infestation. This is an essential step in managing pediculosis capitis. Choice A of treating all family members is unnecessary if they do not show symptoms. Choice B of being nit-free before returning to school is not practical as it may take time for all nits to be removed. Choice C of throwing out toys is excessive and not required if they can be properly cleaned and treated.