An 18-month-old child has been diagnosed with pediculosis capitis (head lice). Which prescription should the nurse question if ordered for the child?
a. Malathion (Ovide)
b. Permethrin 1% (Nix)
c. Benzyl alcohol 5% lotion
d. Pyrethrin with piperonyl butoxide (RID)
Answer: A
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