Meningitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is Meningitis?
A
Inflammation of arachnoid and pia mater of the brain/ spinal cord
2
Q
How is it transmitted?
A
Direct contact and droplet
3
Q
What are the signs and symptoms?
A
Nuchal rigidity, tachycardia, headache, nausea, and vomiting
4
Q
Meningitis can also cause _____ ____ ____
A
Increased intracranial pressure
5
Q
What two physical signs are positive?
A
Positive Kernig’s and Brudzinski
6
Q
What are the nursing interventions?
A
Monitor LOC, vitals, initiate seizure precautions, maintain isolation, elevate HOB
7
Q
What medications are prescribed?
A
Antibiotics and analgesics
