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moongchi

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Which statement about head lice is true?
 
  a. Prevalence of head lice in U.S. schools is nearly 50.
  b. Most cases of head lice are found in white, middle-class children.
  c. Having head lice is associated with living in an unclean home.
  d. Most incidents of head lice occur in those with dirty hair.

Question 2

A nurse is administering medications at school. Which of the following guidelines should be used by the nurse?
 
  a. A current drug reference should be availa-ble in case information is needed.
  b. The nurse should administer medications brought by the child.
  c. Medications cannot be administered without a physician order.
  d. Narcotics and controlled substances should be kept in a locked cabinet.



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Answer to Question 1

ANS: B
Lice are mostly found in white, middle-class children as a result of the oval shape of the hair shaft. Prevalence of head lice in U.S. schools ranges from 10 to 40, being found most com-monly in school-aged children, typically in late summer and autumn. Lice are more often seen in clean hair. The suggestion that lice are associated with unclean homes in poverty areas is incor-rect.

Answer to Question 2

ANS: A
A current drug reference should always be available so it can be consulted for information. All medications should be kept in a locked cabinet. Medications should be in the original container and have the original prescription label on it. The nurse is responsible for giving the medication and is expected by state law to know its action, side effects, and implications.



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