Author Question: A client is experiencing symptoms associated with the second-stage of Lyme disease. Which of the ... (Read 73 times)

deesands · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

A client is experiencing symptoms associated with the second-stage of Lyme disease. Which of the following will the nurse most likely assess in this client? (Select all that apply.)

1. Erythema migrans
2. Numbness and pain in the arms and legs
3. Paralysis of facial muscles
4. Meningitis
5. Knee pain and swelling
6. Memory loss

Question 2

A client is considering breast augmentation surgery. Which of the following postoperative complications should the nurse discuss with the client regarding this surgery? (Select all that apply.)

1. Change in sensation
2. Development of a hematoma
3. Fibrous tissue around the implant
4. Heart palpitations
5. High blood pressure
6. Arm pain

ashely1112 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

2, 3, 4
Symptoms of the second-stage of Lyme disease include numbness and pain in the arms and legs, paralysis of facial muscles, and meningitis. Erythema migrans is a symptom of the first stage of the disease. Knee pain and swelling and memory loss are symptoms of the third-stage of the disease.

Answer to Question 2

1, 2, 3
Postoperative complications with breast augmentation include change in sensation, development of a hematoma; and formation of fibrous tissue around the implant. Heart palpitations, high blood pressure, and arm pain are not considered postoperative complications of breast augmentation surgery.