A child is admitted to the pediatric unit with a diagnosis of suspected meningococcal meningitis. Which of the following nursing measures should the nurse do FIRST?
The initial therapeutic management of acute bacterial meningitis includes isolation precautions, initiation of antimicrobial therapy and maintenance of optimum hydration.
Nurses should take necessary precautions to protect themselves and others from possible infection.
Institute seizure precautions
Assess neurologic status
Place in respiratory isolation
Assess vital signs