12 Questions
Which of the following can cause aseptic meningitis?
Viral infection
In which type of community groups are outbreaks of N. meningitidis infection most likely to occur?
College campuses
How is N. meningitidis primarily transmitted?
Via secretion or aerosol contamination
What are frequently the initial symptoms of meningitis as mentioned in the text?
Headache and fever
Which of the following is a common sign of meningeal irritation in meningitis?
Stiff neck
What does a positive Brudzinski's sign indicate?
Meningeal irritation
Which symptom is commonly associated with bacterial meningitis?
Memory impairment
What is a key diagnostic test for bacterial meningitis?
Polysaccharide antigen in CSF
What is the recommended adjunct therapy in the treatment of acute bacterial meningitis?
Dexamethasone
How should seizures, which may occur early in meningitis, be controlled?
Phenytoin (Dilantin)
What is the primary method for treating dehydration and shock in patients with meningitis?
Fluid volume expanders
How should nursing management prevent complications associated with immobility in meningitis patients?
Monitoring daily body weight
Test your knowledge on the classification of meningitis based on whether it is septic or aseptic. Learn about the different pathogens that cause septic meningitis and the various underlying causes of aseptic meningitis.
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