Meningitis menig

Definition

Nursing interventions

Causes

Pathophysiology

Treatment

Diagnostic procedures

Symptoms

Inflammation of the meninges, the protective
membranes

Crosses the blood–brain barrier

Causes an inflammatory reaction in
the meninges

Pathogen enters the bloodstream

Increased intracranial pressure

Drug allergies

Inflammatory diseases such as sarcoidosis

Chemical reactions

Compromised immune system

Disorientation and memory impairment

Seizures and increased intracranial pressure

Nuchal rigidity (stiff neck)

Volume expanders

Phenytoin (Dilantin) for seizures

Administration of an antibiotic

Photophobia

Imaging (MRI, X-rays or CT scans)

Spinal tap (lumbar puncture)

Blood cultures

History taking

Monitoring body weight, serum electrolytes,
and urine volume.

Protecting the patient from injury by seizure

Rapid intravenous (IV) fluid replacement

Assessment of neurologic status and vital signs

surround the brain and spinal cord

Meningeal infections through
trauma or invasive procedures

Headache and fever

Preventing pressure ulcers and pneumonia