CCRN Critical Care Nursing

Category - Pediatrics

Hillary is a 6 year old who has meningitis. The nurse at the unit noticed that she assumes an opisthotonic position. The nurse should place her in :
  1. knee-chest position
  2. side-lying position
  3. semi-fowler’s position
  4. high fowler’s position
Explanation
Answer: B - In meningitis, side-lying position is for maximum safety and comfort because the child with meningitis has hyperextended neck and back.
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