Which is the priority nursing diagnosis when planning care for a pediatric client who is diagnosed with bacterial meningitis?
A) Impaired Gas Exchange
B) Risk for Infection
C) Anxiety (parental)
D) Acute Pain

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Bacterial meningitis can lead to complications such as respiratory distress, making impaired gas exchange a priority concern.

Which Is the Priority Nursing Diagnosis When Planning Care for a Pediatric