Nurses Compass
Care Plan for Bacterial Meningitis
Category: Infectious Diseases
Assessment
Patient presents with high fever, severe headache, and neck stiffness.
Diagnosis
Risk for infection related to bacterial invasion of the meninges.
Goals
Patient will remain free from complications as evidenced by stable vital signs and absence of neurological deficits. Patient will verbalize understanding of the importance of completing the full course of antibiotics.
Interventions
Administer prescribed antibiotics promptly and monitor for side effects. Monitor vital signs and neurological status regularly. Educate patient and family on the importance of completing the full course of antibiotics. Implement infection control measures to prevent the spread of infection.
Rationale
These interventions aim to treat the infection, prevent complications, and educate the patient and family on managing the condition.
Evaluation
Patient's infection status and neurological function will be monitored to evaluate the effectiveness of interventions.