A 5-year-old boy presents for care, accompanied by his mothe…
A 5-year-old boy presents for care, accompanied by his mother. The child is scratching between his legs and has been unable to sleep for the past 2 days. His perianal area is red and irritated and the prescriber has diagnosed the patient with pinworm (Enterobius vermicularis) infection. The mother describes she is experiencing similar symptoms. What is the appropriate intervention for this mother once the pediatrician treats the child?
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