Author Question: A patient has completed treatment with lindane shampoo for pediculosis, but the infestation has not ... (Read 63 times)

tingc95 · **on:** Jul 23, 2018

A patient has completed treatment with lindane shampoo for pediculosis, but the infestation has not been eradicated. The patient asks the nurse about repeating the treatment. What will the nurse tell the patient?

a. A second treatment may be administered in 2 to 4 weeks.
b. Lindane continues to have residual effects for several weeks after treatment.
c. Repeat use of this drug may cause serious side effects.
d. The patient should ask the prescriber to order lindane cream for a second treatment.

Question 2

A nurse is teaching a parent about treating a child for scabies. Which statement by the parent indicates understanding of the treatment?

a. I should wash all bedding and clothing as well as applying the medicine.
b. I will apply the cream to the visible burrows and areas of itching.
c. More than one application of the cream may be needed.
d. The cream may cause systemic side effects.

princessflame2016 · **Reply #1 on:** Jul 23, 2018

Answer to Question 1

ANS: C
Repeated use of lindane carries a risk of seizures, so repeat dosing should be avoided. Patients should not use lindane if they have used it within the past few months, so 2 to 4 weeks is too soon. Lindane does not have residual therapeutic effects. The type of preparation does not change the recommendation about not repeating the treatments.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
Besides applying a pesticide-containing cream or lotion, bedding and clothing should be washed to prevent reinfestation. The cream should be applied to the entire body from the neck down, not just areas of irritation. Only one application is necessary. The cream does not cause systemic side effects.