Meningitis Flashcards
1
Q
What is meningitis?
A
Inflammation of leptomeninges
2
Q
What are the common organisms causing meningitis?
A
Meningococcus
Pneumococcus
Haemophilus influenzae
Listeria monocytogenes
3
Q
What are the symptoms of meningitis?
A
Headache Neck stiffness Non-blanching rash Flu like symptoms Confusion
4
Q
What are risk factors for meningitis?
A
CSF defects Spinal procedures Endocariditis Diabetes Crowded housing
5
Q
What should a GP do if diagnosing meningitis?
A
1.2g benzylpenicillin IV/IM
6
Q
What investigations are done for suspected meningitis?
A
Bloods
- FBC
- U+Es
- CRP
- Coag
Blood cultures
Throat swabs
Lumbar puncture
7
Q
How do you manage meningitis?
A
IV ceftriaxone
Dexamethasone
Analgesia
IV fluids
8
Q
Why do you give dexamethasone?
A
Prevent hearing loss
