A nurse is assessing a client with suspected meningitis. Which of the following findings would the nurse identify as a classic manifestation of meningitis?

Photophobia

Bradycardia

Hypotension

Polyuria

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is A

A. Photophobia, or sensitivity to light, is a classic symptom of meningitis.
B. Bradycardia is not commonly associated with meningitis.
C. Hypotension is not a classic symptom of meningitis.
D. Polyuria is not associated with meningitis.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. 3% sodium chloride is a hypertonic solution used to treat severe hyponatremia by raising the serum sodium levels rapidly.
B. 0.9% sodium chloride is isotonic and would not be sufficient to correct severe hyponatremia as quickly.
C. Dextrose 5% in 0.9% sodium chloride is not typically used for severe hyponatremia treatment.
D. Dextrose 5% in 0.45% sodium chloride is hypotonic and not suitable for treating severe hyponatremia.

A. Osteoarthritis B. Lung cancer C. Dyspepsia D. Liver cirrhosis

Correct Answer is B

Explanation

. Osteoarthritis is not associated with the development of SIADH.
B. Lung cancer, particularly small cell lung cancer, is a common cause of SIADH due to ectopic production of antidiuretic hormone.
C. Dyspepsia is not related to SIADH.
D. Liver cirrhosis can cause fluid retention but is not typically linked to SIADH.

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A nurse is assessing a client with suspected meningitis. Which of the following findings would the nurse identify as a classic manifestation of meningitis?

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Correct Answer is A

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