University:
Liberty University
Course:
BIOM 500 | Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
Views:

267

Pages:

6
Author:

Sheha A.

**Pediculosis Treatment Procedure** * Check patient's condition, age, specific precautions * General condition of the patient * Condition of the scalp and hair infestation * Articles available in the patient's unit * Articles available in the dressing cart **Equipment** * Mackintosh, bath towels - 2, wash cloth-1, cap, disposable gloves, scissors, forceps, hair comb, cotton swabs, antiseptic soap, carbolic acid 1:40, paper bags, pins, cold cream, bucket with antiseptic solution, soap, fair towel, antiseptic solution 1:40. * A container with antiseptic solution 1:40. * A soap dish, hair comb, cotton swabs, antiseptic soap, carbolic acid 1:40, paper bags, pins, cold cream, bucket with antiseptic solution, soap, fair towel, antiseptic solution 1:40. * A container with antiseptic solution 1:40. **Preparation of the Patient in the Bed** * Keep the presence of procedures minimal. * Provide privacy to the patient. * Arrange the articles conveniently on the bedside. * Place the patient flat if the condition permits. * Keep the patient's head and shoulders raised if the condition permits. * Bring the bed to the edge of the bed. * Protect the pillow and bed with a mackintosh and pillow cases with mackintosh covers. * Protect the patient's eyes with a clean cloth. * Use a fan to prevent the patient from perspiration. * Pin off the hair to prevent its spreading. * Loosen the belt and comb out the tangles. **Procedure** * Wash hands, mask, and cap * Part the hair into small sections and apply the medicine * Roll up the long hair to the top of the head and cover the head with a cap or disposable head cover * Place the patient in a comfortable position and leave overnight. * Note: The treatment is done in the evening, and the medication is removed the following morning. **Procedure to remove the medication:** * Untie the hair, place the patient in a comfortable position. * Wash the scalp, mask, and cap to put them back. * Replace the articles in their proper place. * Clean and disinfect. * Record and paste the procedure to the second sheet.