A nurse is checking a school-age child for pediculosis capitis. Which of the following findings is a definitive indication of this condition?

A. "Lice do not survive away from the host."

- This statement is incorrect. Lice can survive away from the host (human scalp) for a limited period, usually up to 1-2 days. They may be found on items such as bedding, clothing, hats, or hair accessories. Therefore, proper cleaning and disinfection of these items are essential to prevent the spread of lice.

B. "Washing your child's hair daily will prevent lice."

- This statement is incorrect. While maintaining good hygiene is important, washing hair daily does not necessarily prevent lice infestation. Lice infestations occur through direct head-to-head contact with an infested person, not due to uncleanliness. Additionally, lice are more commonly found in clean hair rather than dirty hair.

C. "Encourage your child to avoid sharing hats with other children."

- This statement is correct. Sharing personal items such as hats, scarves, brushes, or hair accessories can facilitate the spread of lice from one person to another. Therefore, it's important to advise children not to share these items to reduce the risk of lice transmission.

D. "Lice can jump from one child to another."

- This statement is incorrect. Lice do not have the ability to jump or fly. They spread through direct contact with the hair or scalp of an infested person. However, they can crawl quickly from one person to another, especially when there is close contact, such as during play or when sharing personal items.

A. Maintain a saline-lock:

While maintaining a saline lock is important for ensuring vascular access in case of emergency, it is not the priority action in caring for a child with acute glomerulonephritis. Monitoring fluid balance and electrolyte levels may be necessary, but the immediate priority is to educate the parents about potential complications.

B. Check the child's weight daily:

Monitoring daily weight is crucial in acute glomerulonephritis, as it helps assess fluid balance and detect early signs of fluid retention or worsening kidney function, which are key concerns in this condition. This makes it a priority action.

C. Place the child on a no-salt-added diet:

Dietary modifications, including reducing salt intake, may be recommended for managing acute glomerulonephritis. However, it is not the priority action at this stage.

D. Educate the parents about potential complications:

Parental education is important for long-term management and understanding of the condition, but it is not the most immediate priority in the acute phase of the illness.