1. Head lice are not insects. True False
2. Head lice live primarily on the head and scalp. True False
3. Head lice and body lice are the same. True False
4. Body lice may be found in clothing and bedding, as well as on the body. True False
5. Crab lice infest the pubic area. True False
6. Head lice are found only on humans and should not be confused with fleas. True False
7. Adult head lice can not be seen with the naked eye. True False
8. Head lice move very slowly, so they can be easily seen. True False
9. Head lice suck blood, and the rash caused by their feeding activities may be more noticeable than the insects themselves. True False
10. Head lice attach their eggs at the base of a hair shaft. True False
11. Head lice eggs are called nits that appear as tiny white or dark ovals, and are especially noticeable on the back of the neck and around the ears. True False
12. Head lice are primarily spread through direct head to head contact, although sharing personal items such as hats, brushes, combs, and linens may play a role in their spread between children. True False
13. Children with head lice should be treated with a medicated shampoo, rinse, or lotion developed specifically for head lice. True False
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