18 Questions
What is the main reason a patient may be hospitalized due to meningitis?
Bacterial meningitis
Which group is at higher risk for meningococcal meningitis?
First-year college students
What is a common complication of meningitis that can occur in patients?
Hydrocephalus
What is an essential aspect of nursing care during meningitis?
Ensuring adequate hydration
Which medical management approach is typically used for bacterial meningitis?
Antibiotics
What type of medications are commonly used in the treatment of viral meningitis?
Antiviral medications
What is the rationale for starting therapy within 24 hours after exposure to meningitis?
To maximize the effectiveness of treatment
Which of the following nursing interventions is important for a patient with meningitis?
Instituting infection control precautions
What is the role of Dexamethasone in the treatment of acute bacterial meningitis?
It is beneficial when given before or concurrently with the first dose of antibiotic
Which intervention is crucial for managing elevated temperature in a patient with meningitis?
Using cooling blankets
What should be closely monitored in patients with meningitis, especially if syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone (SIADH) is suspected?
Daily body weight, serum electrolytes, and urine volume
Which medication is most often administered intravenously (IV) in combination with Penicillin G for suspected bacterial meningitis?
Ceftriaxone
What is a common initial symptom of bacterial meningitis?
Neck immobility
How can bacteria enter the subarachnoid space, increasing the risk of bacterial meningitis?
By passing through the epithelial membrane from infections like otitis media
What factors increase the risk of bacterial meningitis, according to the text?
Tobacco use and viral upper respiratory infection
How do meningeal infections generally originate?
Through the bloodstream from other infections or direct spread
What is an important factor in determining the prognosis for bacterial meningitis?
The causative organism, severity of infection, and timeliness of treatment
Which symptom is NOT commonly associated with meningitis?
Ease in bending the head forward
Learn about the medical management of bacterial meningitis, including the importance of starting therapy promptly, antibiotic administration, and the use of dexamethasone as adjunct therapy. Get familiar with the recommended antibiotics and treatment protocols for acute bacterial meningitis.
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