Difficulty: Medium
Average Score: 72%
Simulated
A nurse in the emergency room is assessing a patient who was brought in following a seizure. The nurse suspects the patient may have bacterial meningitis when assessment findings include nuchal rigidity and a petechial rash rash. After implementing droplet precautions, which of the following actions should the nurse initiate next?
Correct answer
B
Rationale
Decreasing environmental stimuli can help reduce the risk of seizures and is a supportive measure for a patient with suspected bacterial meningitis.