A child has been admitted with bacterial meningitis. Which action by the nurse takes priority?
A.
Administering broad-spectrum antibiotics
B.
Assessing and treating pain aggressively
C.
Facilitating blood cultures and lumbar puncture
D.
Maintaining a quiet, nonstimulating environment
ANS: C
All actions are appropriate for the child with acute bacterial meningitis. However, the priority is obtaining cultures so that appropriate therapy can be identified. After cultures are obtained, the nurse will administer broad-spectrum antibiotics until the culture and sensitivity results are known.
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