A client seen in the clinic expresses concern she may have Lyme disease. The nurse explains that some common symptoms in the early stage include:
A)
severe swelling at tick bite mark within 24 hours.
B)
erythema, headache, fever, and chills.
C)
slight temperature and nausea.
D)
progressive confusion and disorientation.
B
Explanation:
A)
Erythema migrans, a flat or slightly raised red lesion, is the initial manifestation seen at the site of the tick bite. Client may also experience headache, fever, muscle aches, and fatigue.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
B)
Erythema migrans, a flat or slightly raised red lesion, is the initial manifestation seen at the site of the tick bite. Client may also experience headache, fever, muscle aches, and fatigue.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
C)
Erythema migrans, a flat or slightly raised red lesion, is the initial manifestation seen at the site of the tick bite. Client may also experience headache, fever, muscle aches, and fatigue.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
D)
Erythema migrans, a flat or slightly raised red lesion, is the initial manifestation seen at the site of the tick bite. Client may also experience headache, fever, muscle aches, and fatigue.
Comprehension
Assessment
Physiological Integrity: Physiological Adaptation
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