Free AAMA Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) Practice Question

The correct response is 'Educate the patient on the signs of Lyme disease and advise them to seek medical attention if symptoms develop.' After a tick bite, monitoring for symptoms of Lyme disease, such as a bullseye rash, fever, fatigue, and joint pain, is crucial as prompt treatment can prevent long-term complications. Blood tests for a patient without symptoms are generally not indicated immediately after a tick bite. Antibiotic prophylaxis may be considered in cases with a high risk of Lyme disease, but it is not the universally next best step without considering the local prevalence of Lyme disease and the type of tick. Taking a picture of the tick is less important than monitoring and educating the patient about symptoms.