The nurse is discussing measures about how to prevent Lyme disease with a client and his family. Which of the following would the nurse include?
A) Wear dark colored clothing to prevent ticks from being attracted to the body.
B) Wear short sleeved shirts and shorts to allow for easy identification of ticks.
C) Don a hat, pulling any long hair back so it doesn't come in contact with shrubs.
D) Remove fences from around the house and garden to allow deer to be seen.

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The nurse should instruct the client and family to don a hat and pull back any long hair so it doesn't come in contact with shrubs, as ticks often reside in tall grass and shrubs. Wearing dark colored clothing or removing fences would not be effective measures for preventing Lyme disease. Wearing short sleeved shirts and shorts may increase the chance of a tick bite, as there is more exposed skin.

The Nurse Is Discussing Measures About How to Prevent Lyme