Lyme Disease Quiz

What is the name of the bacterium responsible for Lyme disease?

• Staphylococcus aureus

• Mycobacterium tuberculosis

• Borrelia burgdorferi

• Escherichia coli

Which symptom is commonly associated with the early localized stage of Lyme disease?

• Heart palpitations

• Facial palsy

• Erythema migrans

• Severe joint pain

During which stage of Lyme disease might a patient experience facial palsy?

• Chronic stage

• Early localized stage

• Early disseminated stage

• Late disseminated stage

What is the primary method for diagnosing Lyme disease?

• MRI scan

• Blood culture

• X-ray

• Serological testing

Which of the following is a recommended preventive measure against Lyme disease?

• Avoiding all outdoor activities

• Wearing short sleeves in wooded areas

• Consuming antibiotics regularly

• Using tick repellent on clothing