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What are common signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in infants?
What are common signs of increased intracranial pressure (ICP) in infants?
- Irritability, neck stiffness, bulging fontanel
- Bulging fontanel, poor sucking, vomiting (correct)
- Decreased level of consciousness, high-pitched cry, seizures
- Weak cry, diarrhea, lack of movement
What is the main cause of acute bacterial meningitis described in the text?
What is the main cause of acute bacterial meningitis described in the text?
- Neisseria meningitidis (correct)
- Streptococcus agalactiae
- Tuberculin bacillus
- Haemophilus influenzae
How should a child with a shunt be positioned post-operatively?
How should a child with a shunt be positioned post-operatively?
- Flat on their stomach
- Upside down for better drainage
- On the opposite side of surgery or on the back (correct)
- On the side with the shunt to prevent pressure on the valve
What are maternal risk factors for bacterial meningitis in children?
What are maternal risk factors for bacterial meningitis in children?
What is a common symptom of bacterial meningitis in neonates?
What is a common symptom of bacterial meningitis in neonates?
How often should the nurse assess head circumference in a child with a shunt?
How often should the nurse assess head circumference in a child with a shunt?
What is a common sign of Hydrocephalus in infants to 2 years old?
What is a common sign of Hydrocephalus in infants to 2 years old?
What is a common symptom of Hydrocephalus in older children?
What is a common symptom of Hydrocephalus in older children?
What is the purpose of a shunt in managing Hydrocephalus?
What is the purpose of a shunt in managing Hydrocephalus?
When is a third ventriculostomy performed in Hydrocephalus?
When is a third ventriculostomy performed in Hydrocephalus?
What are some common findings in the assessment of a child with Hydrocephalus?
What are some common findings in the assessment of a child with Hydrocephalus?
What type of medications are commonly used in the management of Hydrocephalus?
What type of medications are commonly used in the management of Hydrocephalus?
