Meningitis - is an infection of the cerebral meninges.
Meningitis - can be caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae or group B Streptococcus, Escherichiacoli, Pseudomonas infection, Haemophilus influenzae, and Neisseria meningitidis.
Meningitis caused by viruses
Viral Meningitis
Meningitis caused by fungal infections
fugal meningitis
Meningitis caused by noninfectious factors such as certain medications, autoimmune diseases, or cancer.
Non-infectious Meningitis
Meninges - provide support and protection to the central nervous system.
Three layers of the meninges
dura mater
arachnoid mater
pia mater
dura mater - the tough outer layer
arachnoid mater - a web like structure filled with fluid that cushions the brain
pia matter - delicate inner layer
meninges - produces cerebrospinal fluid
Diagnosis is confirmed thought CSF analysis obtained by lumbar puncture
Corticosteroids and osmotic diuretics may be administered to reduce inflammation and intracranial pressure
Nursing interventions
avoid neck flexion and minimize invasive procedures
appropriate positioning and pain management strategies
