The nurse is preparing to admit a neonate with bacterial meningitis.What clinical manifestations should the nurse expect to observe?
A) Jaundice
B) Cyanosis
C) Poor tone
D) Nuchal rigidity
E) Poor sucking ability

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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.

The Nurse Is Preparing to Admit a Neonate with Bacterial