. A nurse is caring for a child who has been diagnosed with bacterial meningitis. Which of the following should the nurse monitor in the child? (Select All that Apply.)

A. Manifestations that could indicate a sepsis infection should be monitored closely as bacterial meningitis can lead to septicemia. Signs such as low blood pressure, rapid heart rate, and poor perfusion need immediate attention. B. Long-term effects that result from a prolonged recovery should be considered. Children recovering from bacterial meningitis may develop complications such as hearing loss, cognitive delays, or motor impairments, requiring long-term follow-up. C. Blood pressure that could indicate hypertension should be monitored, as increased intracranial pressure (ICP) from meningitis may lead to systemic hypertension, an important parameter to manage during acute illness. D. Heart problems that result from cardiac dysfunction are not commonly associated with bacterial meningitis itself. However, indirect complications such as septic shock could affect cardiac function, although this is less direct. E. A decrease in body temperature as a sign of bacterial meningitis progression is incorrect. Hypothermia is not typically a sign of meningitis progression. Fever is a more common manifestation of bacterial meningitis and should be monitored instead.