A nurse is providing education to the parents of a school-aged child. The parents are asking the nurse about the potential illnesses or infections associated with allowing their child to attend a sleepover at a friend's house. Which of the following responses made by the nurse would accurately identify illnesses or infections associated with sharing bed linens? Select all that apply.

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Scabies, tinea corporis (ringworm), and tinea capitis (scalp ringworm) are all contagious conditions that can be spread through close personal contact or by sharing bed linens, clothing, or other personal items. Scleroderma, on the other hand, is an autoimmune disease and is not contagious.

A Nurse Is Providing Education to the Parents of a School-Aged