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CCNS Certified Clinical Nurse Specialist

Category - Neonatal

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An infant is admitted to the unit with a diagnosis of suspected meningococcal meningitis. One of the newly hired staff nurses ask you which of the following nursing measures should she do first. You should suggest:
  1. Assess neurologic status
  2. Place in respiratory isolation
  3. Assess vital signs
  4. Institute seizure precautions
Explanation
Answer - B - You should suggest to place the infant in respiratory isolation. The initial therapeutic management of acute bacterial meningitis includes isolation precautions, initiation of antimicrobial therapy, and maintenance of optimum hydration. Nurses should take necessary precautions to protect themselves and others from possible infection.
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