A 43-year-old male has removed a tick from his arm, prior to your arrival. He is refusing any and all care at this time. What statement would be most appropriate?
A) "Tick bites are often poisonous, not becoming obvious for several days."
B) "All tick bites carry the potential for Rocky Mountain fever and Lyme disease."
C) "If the tick has been embedded for more than an hour, you require emergency treatment."
D) "Tick bites can result in bacterial infections, which can be very serious."
D
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