A woman calls the emergency department and says, "I just found a tick crawling on my son. What can I do to keep him from getting Lyme disease?" How should the nurse respond?

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The nurse should inform the woman that Lyme disease is transmitted only if the tick has bitten her child. Therefore, the nurse should advise the mother to examine her child's skin carefully for any signs of a tick bite and to remove the tick as soon as possible using fine-tipped tweezers. Additionally, she should monitor her child closely for any symptoms of Lyme disease, such as a fever or a rash, and seek medical attention if any such symptoms develop. The other options are incorrect or unnecessary in this situation.

A Woman Calls the Emergency Department and Says, "I Just