The nurse is bathing a patient and notices movement in the patient's hair. Which action will the ...

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In community health and home care settings, it is particularly important to inspect the hair for lice so appropriate hygienic treatment can be provided. If pediculosis capitis (head lice) is suspected, the nurse must protect self against self-infestations by handwashing and by using gloves or tongue blades to inspect the patient's hair. Suspicions cannot be ignored. Shaving hair off affected areas is the treatment for pediculosis pubis (crab lice) and is rarely used for head lice. Caution against use of products containing lindane because the ingredient is toxic and known to cause adverse reactions.