University:
Trinity College Dublin
Course:
TR053 | Physiotherapy
Academic year:

2024
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231

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1
Author:

josee

Parasitic Infection : Pediculosis (Lousiness) or Lice Pediculosis is an infestation of human lice, a very parasitic disease commonly transmitted or infecting the head, body and genitals. This transfer occurred from one person to another, occurs when someone frequently exchanges objects such as exchanging combs, lockers, clothes or furniture. Lice are not carried or transferred from pets. School age children are easily infected by people who live in a slum area. It can also occur in older people with poor personal hygiene less, depending on their care or nursing home. Pediculus humanus var. Capitis, head lice spread by contact personal or through parts of hair brushes or parts of hair tools. Flavor Intense itching is accompanied by changes in the development of secondary pineapple and lice Small gray or white eggs (eggs) usually appear attached to the base hair shaft. Pediculus corporis, the body or clothing lice, causes itching intense resulting in heavy excoriation from scratches and possible wounds secondary bacterial infection occurs. These lice or eggs are generally found in layers of clothing of the affected individual.Phthirus pubis, is a pubic lice or crab lice It is generally spread through sexual contact but can also be transferred to clothing or towel. Lice and their eggs are usually found at the base of pubic hair. Sometimes brownish black particles (flea excreta) appear on clothing. Medical Handler Treatment should be accompanied by a suitable cleaning fluid such as shampoo and soap specifically for the type of lice present. All combs and brushes should be soaked in a cleaning agent and clothes should be boiled, dry-cleaned or Wash in washing machine on hot cycle. The folds of clothing should be pressed with hot iron. Carpets, car seats, pillows, pet items pets, rugs, mattresses, pillowcases, furniture and other objects similar items that have been in contact with and used by the patient must be included Clean using hot water and cleaning agent. Other items those that cannot be cleaned and washed are wrapped and stored tightly in plastic covered for 2-3 weeks until all the lice/nits die. Specific Implications for Therapists Pediculosis Therapists must always be aware of the personal health of all their clients. Anybody can get pediculosis regardless of age, socioeconomic status, or personal hygiene status. Use gloves when carrying out inspections head carefully at some children or adults who scratch excessively. Watch for signs of bites, redness, and nits or movements that indicate ticks. If lice can be seen, treat the client as well as the therapist can do depends on the degree of opening. Use actions The same prevention as the easier form of scabies.