A client seen in the clinic expresses concern that she might have Lyme disease. The nurse explains that some common symptoms in the early stage include:
1. severe swelling at tick bite mark within 24 hours.
2. slight temperature and nausea.
3. progressive confusion and disorientation.
4. erythema, headache, fever, and chills.
Answer: 4
1. Erythema migrans, a flat or slightly raised red lesion, is the initial manifestation seen at the site of the tick bite.
2. Temperature and nausea are not manifestations of Lyme disease.
3. Confusion and disorientation are not manifestations of Lyme disease.
4. Erythema migrans, a flat or slightly raised red lesion, is the initial manifestation seen at the site of the tick bite. Client also might experience headache, fever, muscle aches, and fatigue.
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