GROSS ANATOMY

GROSS ANATOMY

CRANIAL NERVES

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A patient is experiencing a high fever, stiff neck, drowsiness, and intense headaches. A spinal tap showed bacteria and white blood cells in the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF). This individual most likely has
A
Alzheimer disease
B
Parkinson disease
C
meningitis
D
a stroke
E
hydrocephalus
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Meningitis is an infection and inflammation of the fluid and membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord. These membranes are called meninges. The inflammation from meningitis typically triggers symptoms such as headache, fever and a stiff neck.

Detailed explanation-2: -A CSF:blood glucose level of < 50% suggests possible meningitis. A CSF glucose level of ≤ 18 mg/dL or a CSF:blood glucose ratio of < 0.23 strongly suggests bacterial meningitis. However, changes in CSF glucose may lag 30 to 120 minutes behind changes in blood glucose.

Detailed explanation-3: -a high temperature (fever) being sick. a headache. a rash that does not fade when a glass is rolled over it (but a rash will not always develop) a stiff neck. a dislike of bright lights. drowsiness or unresponsiveness. seizures (fits)

Detailed explanation-4: -Painful, stiff neck with limited range of motion. Headaches. High fever. Feeling confused or sleepy. Bruising easily all over the body. A rash on the skin. Sensitivity to light.

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