Inflammation of Brain Flashcards
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Bacterial MeningitisCollaborative Care
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Antibiotic therapy instituted after collection of specimens Neurological evaluation Vital signs Assessment of fluid intake and output Evaluation of the lungs and skin
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Symptoms Bacterial Meningitis
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Coma has poor prognosis. Occurs in 5% to 10% of bacterial cases Seizures occur in one-third of cases. Headache becomes progressively worse. Vomiting and irritability may accompany.
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EncephalitisClinical Manifestations
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Nonspecific
Fever
Headache
Nausea, vomiting
Other Hemiparesis Tremors Seizures Cranial nerve palsies Personality changes Memory impairment Amnesia Asphasia
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Brain Abscess Symptoms
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Headache
Fever
Nausea, vomiting
