Which manifestations does a nurse correlate with a patient with suspected meningitis? (Select all that apply.)
A) Ptosis
B) Loss of balance when standing with feet together and the eyes closed
C) Confusion, agitation, and irritability
D) Severe headache
E) Stiff neck
F) Lethargy

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Confusion, agitation, and irritability; severe headache this is a symptom of meningeal irritation due to inflammation of the meninges; stiff neck; lethargy. Patients may have changes in level of consciousness. Ptosis is drooping of eyelids controlled by the oculomotor cranial nerve. Loss of balance when standing with feet together and the eyes closed. This describes a positive Romberg test indicating a cerebellar problem.

Which Manifestations Does a Nurse Correlate with a Patient with Suspected