Maternal and Child Care: A 15-year-old adolescent is brought to the emergency department by his parents. The
adolescent is febrile with chills that started suddenly. He states, “I had a sinus infection
and sore throat a couple of days ago.” The nurse suspects bacterial meningitis based
on which findings? Select all that apply.

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A 15-year-old adolescent is brought to the emergency department by his parents. The 
adolescent is febrile with chills that started suddenly. He states, “I had a sinus infection 
and sore throat a couple of days ago.” The nurse suspects bacterial meningitis based 
on which findings? Select all that apply.

James Marion Endrina Entice · Accepted Answer

Complaints of stiff neck

Photophobia

Vomiting

Maternal and Child Care

Complaints of stiff neck Photophobia Vomiting

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