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Which of the following can cause aseptic meningitis?
Which of the following can cause aseptic meningitis?
- Bacterial infection
- Parasitic infection
- Viral infection (correct)
- Fungal infection
In which type of community groups are outbreaks of N. meningitidis infection most likely to occur?
In which type of community groups are outbreaks of N. meningitidis infection most likely to occur?
- Remote mountain villages
- College campuses (correct)
- Retirement communities
- Offshore oil rigs
How is N. meningitidis primarily transmitted?
How is N. meningitidis primarily transmitted?
- By blood transfusions
- Via secretion or aerosol contamination (correct)
- Through sexual contact
- By contaminated food
What are frequently the initial symptoms of meningitis as mentioned in the text?
What are frequently the initial symptoms of meningitis as mentioned in the text?
Which of the following is a common sign of meningeal irritation in meningitis?
Which of the following is a common sign of meningeal irritation in meningitis?
What does a positive Brudzinski's sign indicate?
What does a positive Brudzinski's sign indicate?
Which symptom is commonly associated with bacterial meningitis?
Which symptom is commonly associated with bacterial meningitis?
What is a key diagnostic test for bacterial meningitis?
What is a key diagnostic test for bacterial meningitis?
What is the recommended adjunct therapy in the treatment of acute bacterial meningitis?
What is the recommended adjunct therapy in the treatment of acute bacterial meningitis?
How should seizures, which may occur early in meningitis, be controlled?
How should seizures, which may occur early in meningitis, be controlled?
What is the primary method for treating dehydration and shock in patients with meningitis?
What is the primary method for treating dehydration and shock in patients with meningitis?
How should nursing management prevent complications associated with immobility in meningitis patients?
How should nursing management prevent complications associated with immobility in meningitis patients?
