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    ATI LPN Paediatrics Nursing Proctored Exam 5

    A nurse is collecting data from a 4-month old infant who has meningitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect?

    Explanation & Rationale

    A. Depressed anterior fontanel: A depressed fontanel is typically associated with dehydration, not meningitis. B. High-pitched cry: A high-pitched cry is a classic symptom of meningitis in infants, often associated with increased ICP. C. Constipation: Meningitis is more likely to cause irritability and feeding difficulties than constipation. D. Presence of the rooting reflex: The rooting reflex is normal in a 4-month-old and does not specifically indicate meningitis.

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