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Practice a head lice case

The patient says

"The school sent a note home — my daughter's scalp is itchy and I can see tiny eggs stuck to her hair behind her ears."

Patient age: 8

What you'll do

Ask the patient questions, choose which tests to order, decide on medication and next steps, then see how the patient does. You get feedback and teaching notes at the end. It's free and works in your browser.

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This case is part of a quick shift of about four patients (5–8 minutes). No account required.

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