module18 part 1 Flashcards
1
Q
inflammation of the linings of the brain and spinal cord caused by bacteria or viruses
A
meningitis
2
Q
meningitis that is caused by bacteria
A
septic
3
Q
meningitis that is caused by viral or secondary to cancer or weak immune system
A
aseptic meningitis
4
Q
causative agents for septic meningitis
A
streptococcus pneumoniae
neisseria meningitides
5
Q
this meningitis is transmitted by secretions or aerosol contamination
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neisseria meningititis
6
Q
give manifestations of meningitis
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high fever
severe headache
nuchal rigidity
positive brudzinki’s sign
positive kernig’s sign
photophobia
7
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