A 10-year-old girl presents with scalp pruritus for several weeks. Nits are visible on her hair. Which of the following treatment recommendations would you recommend?
Correct Answer: 1% permethrin lotion, apply to clean, dry hair for 10 minutes, re-treat in 1 week
Description: Case of Pediculosis capitis - 1% permethrin lotion, apply to clean, dry hair for 10 minutes, re-treat in 1 week is t/t of choice. For pubic lice, the 5% permethrin lotion should be used
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