A nurse is teaching a class at a community center on communicable diseases. Which statement by a member of the class best demonstrates understanding of the epidemiology of head lice?
A) "All socioeconomic groups are at risk for this infestation."
B) "Head lice affect only people in crowded environments."
C) "Head lice are transmitted only by direct person-to-person contact."
D) "The infestation can be acquired from house pets."

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All socioeconomic groups are at risk for head lice infestation. Head lice do not only affect people in crowded environments. Humans are the only host for these obligate parasites. Head lice can be transmitted on clothing, hairbrushes, furniture, and other objects. The infestation cannot be acquired through contact with pets or any other animals.

A Nurse Is Teaching a Class at a Community Center