The nurse is preparing to admit a neonate with bacterial meningitis. What clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to observe? (Select all that apply.)
a. Jaundice
b. Cyanosis
c. Poor tone
d. Nuchal rigidity
e. Poor sucking ability
ANS: A, B, C, E
Clinical manifestations of bacterial meningitis in a neonate include jaundice, cyanosis, poor tone, and poor sucking ability. The neck is usually supple in neonates with meningitis, and there is no nuchal rigidity.
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