The article describes lice and where they come from. Pediculosis capitis are 1 to 3 mm long parasitic lice that infect only humans (Bohl, Evetts, McClain, Rosenauer, & Stellitano, 2015, p. 227). They spread by contact and primarily affect preschool and school-age children (Bohl, Evetts, McClain, Rosenauer, & Stellitano, 2015, p. 227). Describes the signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatments of the infestation. The article also indicates prevention methods. The most common side effect is itching and is diagnosed by the presence of live lice or nits visible within 1 mm of the scalp (Bohl, Evetts, McClain, Rosenauer, & Stellitano, 2015, p. 228). Wet combing along with pharmaceuticals such as permethrin, pyrethrin/piperonyl butoxide, and malathion are used to treat lice (Bohl, Evetts, McClain, Rosenauer, & Stellitano, 2015, pp. 228-230). Prevention methods are knowledge of diagnosis and treatment, educating clients about lice, and excluding children diagnosed with lice from school until one day after treatment (Bohl, Evetts, McClain, Rosenauer, & Stellitano, 2015, p. 231). This article can be applied to nursing practice because it educates the nurse about lice and can then be applied to screening, treatment and education of nursing staff.