900 Min
In OTC
Bookmark
This OTC module is about head lice. It will consider the causes, symptoms and treatment options of head lice infestations.
Objectives
After studying this module, assistants will:
- Be aware of the prevalence and symptoms of head lice
- Understand the life cycle of head lice and how an infection spreads
- Be familiar with common detection methods for head lice and how to determine if an individual is infected
- Know when to recommend appropriate OTC head lice treatments
- Be able to offer advice on how to check if a treatment has been successful.
Author
Jane Feely, PhD
About this module
This module has been endorsed with the NPA's Training Seal as suitable for use by medicines counter assistants as part of their ongoing learning. Complete the questions at the end to include in your learning log.
Download
Click here to download a PDF of the module as it appeared in print. You can still use your online learning log to record your learning outcomes and impact on your practice.
