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Bioassays for Monitoring Insecticide Resistance
Published on: December 30, 2010
A guide to nurse prescribing of insecticides and anthelmintics
1Oxford Brookes University.
Abstract:
Several drug preparations are available to the nurse prescriber to treat parasitic infestations, most commonly head lice, scabies and threadworms. It is vital that the nurse has a thorough knowledge of the types of preparations available, together with an understanding of the non-pharmacological interventions to eradicate infestation. Many people may be treated without the intervention of a doctor, but the nurse prescriber should ensure that those who are affected receive appropriate referral to their GP if there are special circumstances, secondary infestation or a suspected infestation by roundworms.
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