RN Exam Practice
Safety and Infection ControlQuestion 1985 of 2368

What should the nurse teach about cleaning clothing and bedding used by a client with pubic lice?

  1. Wash in hot water at 130°F or higher and dry on high heat
  2. Wash in cool water and air-dry outdoors
  3. Wash in warm water and dry on low heat
  4. Wash only the bedding, since clothing needs no treatment
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Correct answer: Wash in hot water at 130°F or higher and dry on high heat

Washable items need hot water and a high-heat dryer cycle. Non-washable items are sealed in a plastic bag for two weeks.

Source: Nursing Health Promotion (Open RN, Chippewa Valley Technical College, 2025), Reproductive Concepts: Pubic Lice. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.

Practice the topic "Safety and Infection Control"

Questions last reviewed: 18 October 2026