A Patient Is Being Admitted for Possible Early-Stage Viral Meningitis

question 10

Multiple Choice

A patient is being admitted for possible early-stage viral meningitis. The nurse would assess for which significant findings to help confirm the diagnosis?

• A) A history of flulike symptoms resolving 5 days ago
• B) Sluggish pupils bilaterally
• C) Blood pressure of 100/62
• D) A cervical lymph node palpable on physical examination

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