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What are the most common symptoms of meningitis?
What are the most common symptoms of meningitis?
- Abdominal pain, diarrhea, and muscle aches
- Fatigue, joint pain, and blurred vision
- Cough, runny nose, and sore throat
- Fever, intense headache, vomiting, and neck stiffness (correct)
What may be present in young children exhibiting symptoms of meningitis?
What may be present in young children exhibiting symptoms of meningitis?
- Rash that fades when a glass is rolled over it
- Persistent cough and wheezing
- Irritability, drowsiness, or poor feeding (correct)
- Joint swelling and redness
What procedure can diagnose or exclude meningitis by collecting a sample of cerebrospinal fluid?
What procedure can diagnose or exclude meningitis by collecting a sample of cerebrospinal fluid?
- Lumbar puncture (correct)
- X-ray of the skull
- MRI scan
- Ultrasound of the brain
What types of vaccines can prevent some forms of meningitis?
What types of vaccines can prevent some forms of meningitis?
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What is the first treatment in acute meningitis?
What is the first treatment in acute meningitis?
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