Meningitis

Question 1

What is Meningitis?

Answer 1

• Inflammation of the arachnoid and pia mater of the brain/ spinal cord

Question 2

How is it transmitted?

Answer 2

• Direct Contact and droplet

Question 3

Signs & symptoms of Meningitis?

Answer 3

• Nuchal rigidity
  - Tachycardia
  - Headache
  - N&V

Question 4

What can Meningitis also cause?

Answer 4

-Increased ICP

Question 5

What are physical signs of Meningitis?

Answer 5

• Positive Kernig’s and Brudzinski’s sign

Question 6

What are the nursing interventions?

Answer 6

• Monitor LOC & vitals
  
  • Initiate seizure precautions
  • Maintain isolation
• Elevate HOB

Question 7

What are the meds prescribed?

Answer 7

• Antibiotics and analgesics