The parents of an infant visit the ED with complaints that their son is experiencing a high fever and lack of interest in breastfeeding.Upon examination,the nurse records the following symptoms of meningitis: nuchal rigidity,a bulging fontanel,and photophobia.Which tests does the nurse explain to the parents are necessary to confirm a diagnosis of meningitis? (Select all that apply.)

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The Answer of The parents of an infant visit the ED with complaints that their son is experiencing a high fever and lack of interest in breastfeeding.Upon examination,the nurse records the following symptoms of meningitis: nuchal rigidity,a bulging fontanel,and photophobia.Which tests does the nurse explain to the parents are necessary to confirm a diagnosis of meningitis? (Select all that apply.)

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