CCRN Critical Care Nursing

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146. A 9-year-old boy scout was treated with Lyme disease. He expresses fear of going camping again because of deer ticks. The nurse’s best response would be:

“tell me more about your fears”
“frequent checking for ticks will prevent infection”
“I can’t belive you’re afraid of ticks”
“ just think of all the fun that you’re going to miss if you will not go on camping”

Explanation

Answer: B - The nurse’s best response would be “frequent checking for ticks will prevent infection.” It identifies the concern and presents an appropriate protective intervention. Frequent and prompt removal of ticks decreases the chance of spread of Lyme disease to humans.

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