The client calls the clinic and is frantic that her two children have been sent home from school with head lice.She has treated their scalps,but does not know what else to do.What will be the best teaching by the nurse?

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Washing bed linens and clothing that have come into contact with the children is an important step in preventing the spread and re-infestation of head lice. It is also recommended to vacuum furniture, car seats, and carpets to remove any remaining lice or eggs. Continuing to apply medication to the scalp as directed is important, but it should be combined with environmental cleaning measures. Not letting the children return to school until it is fumigated is not necessary and can cause unnecessary disruption to their education. Isolating the affected children from other family members for three days is also not necessary, as head lice do not spread through casual contact or airborne transmission.

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