Which of the following statements concerning Rocky Mountain spotted fever is correct?

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Rocky Mountain spotted fever is caused by the bacterium Rickettsia rickettsii, which is transmitted primarily by the American dog tick (Dermacentor variabilis), the Rocky Mountain wood tick (Dermacentor andersoni), and the brown dog tick (Rhipicephalus sanguineus), not Ixodes ticks. The disease is more commonly found in the southeastern United States than in the Rocky Mountains. It can cause severe complications, including death, if not treated promptly and correctly. Symptoms of the disease include fever, headache, and a characteristic rash, making option D correct.

Which of the Following Statements Concerning Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever