Meningitis Symptoms Quiz
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Which of the following is a common symptom of meningitis?

  • Muscle pain
  • Fever (correct)
  • Coughing
  • Sore throat
  • What is a non-infectious cause of meningitis?

  • Virus
  • Cancer (correct)
  • Fungi
  • Bacteria
  • Which age group may exhibit nonspecific symptoms like irritability and poor feeding when affected by meningitis?

  • Middle-aged adults
  • Young children (correct)
  • Teenagers
  • Elderly individuals
  • What is the main reason why meningitis is classified as a medical emergency?

    <p>It can lead to confusion and altered consciousness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What procedure is commonly used to diagnose meningitis?

    <p>Lumbar puncture</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a common symptom of meningitis?

    <p>Neck stiffness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the most common cause of meningitis?

    <p>Bacterial infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which age group is more likely to exhibit a non-blanching rash when affected by meningitis?

    <p>Children</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a potential life-threatening aspect of meningitis?

    <p>Inflammation near the brain and spinal cord</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a non-infectious cause of meningitis?

    <p>Cancer</p> Signup and view all the answers

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