Meningitis and Sepsis Flashcards
1
Q
What classic features of meningitis should be sought?
A
Neck stiffness (nuchal rigidity)
Photophobia
Haemorrhagic rash
2
Q
What are the red flags for sepsis?
A
SBP less than 90 HR > 130 RR > 25 Purpuric rash VPU on AVPU
3
Q
What are the criteria for SIRS?
A
Two or more of:
Temp >38.3 or 90
RR > 20
New confusion/drowsiness
BM >7.7 if not diabetic
4
Q
What tests can be done when meningitis is suspected?
A
Kernig’s Sign
Brudzinksi’s Sign
5
Q
What are the classic symptoms of meningitis in a child over 4 years old?
A
Headache Vomiting Neck stiffness Pyrexia Photophobia Purpuric rash
