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    ATI PN Nursing Care of Children 2020 with NGN II Proctored Exam
    Select All That Apply

    A nurse is collecting data from a school-age child who has bacterial meningitis. Which of the following findings should the nurse expect? (Select all that apply.)

    Explanation & Rationale

    Choice A reason: Tinnitus - Tinnitus (ringing in the ears) is not typically associated with bacterial meningitis. The focus is on central nervous system symptoms and signs of meningeal irritation. Choice B reason: Negative Kernig sign - This is a classic sign of meningeal irritation. In bacterial meningitis, the Kernig sign will be positive, indicating resistance and pain upon extension of the knee after flexing the hip. Choice C reason: Vomiting - Nausea and vomiting are common symptoms of bacterial meningitis. They are caused by increased intracranial pressure and meningeal irritation. Choice D reason: Headache - Headache is a common symptom of bacterial meningitis, often severe and accompanied by other signs of meningeal irritation. Choice E reason: Seizures - Seizures can occur in bacterial meningitis due to the inflammation and irritation of the brain.

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