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    RN Comprehensive Predictor 2023 Proctored Exam

    A home health nurse is caring for a child who has Lyme disease. Which of the following is an appropriate action for the nurse to take?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Lyme disease is caused by Borrelia burgdorferi (a bacterium), not a toxin, so antitoxin is not used. B. Lyme disease is not contagious and does not require avoiding shared belongings. C. Skin necrosis is not a typical symptom of Lyme disease; erythema migrans (bull's-eye rash) is the hallmark sign. D. Lyme disease is a reportable condition in many states, and health authorities track cases to monitor disease spread.

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