The nurse is providing education to a client with scabies about infection control measures at home. Which statement by the client indicates a need for further education?

Explanation: Sharing personal items can spread scabies to others, even if they are not experiencing symptoms. It is essential for the client to avoid sharing personal items to prevent transmission.

Incorrect choices: a. Washing clothes, bedding, and towels in hot water and drying them on high heat can effectively kill scabies mites and their eggs, preventing reinfestation.

b. Applying the scabicidal cream to the entire body, including under the nails and between fingers and toes, is necessary to ensure all affected areas are treated.

c. Avoiding close personal contact with others is crucial to prevent transmission until the scabies is completely treated and the infestation is resolved.

Explanation: Scabies burrows are commonly found in interdigital spaces (between the fingers and toes) and on the wrists, as these areas offer warm and protected environments for the mites to burrow.

Incorrect choices: a. The face and neck are not typical locations for scabies burrows.

b. Extensor surfaces of the arms and legs are less commonly affected by scabies.

c. While scabies burrows can occur on the chest and back, they are more frequently found in the areas mentioned in the correct choice