Catherine McCabe looks at current developments in the improved diagnosis and treatment of children with meningococcal meningitis Ireland has experienced an increase in the most common form of meningitis infection every year since 1994. Introduction. Management of Bacterial Meningitis and Meningococcal Disease Policy (V9) 7 6 Bacterial Meningitis And Meningococcal Disease 6.1 When a case occurs: 6.1.1 Infection Control Ensure that the local policy for isolation nursing is implemented. Bacterial meningitis. Case scenario • Mr. Until the diagnosis of aseptic meningitis is confirmed, the child is treated aggressively, as if he or she has bacterial meningitis. An intravenous anti-fungal medication may be administered to the child with fungal meningitis. The treatment depends on the type of meningitis you or your child has. CSF findings may be suggestive (see CSFinterpretation guideline). The guidline covers all children and young people under 16 years of age, and both primary and secondary care (NICE, 2010). Fungal meningitis. Medical & Surgical Nursing (Notes) Meningitis Nursing Care Plan & Management. A long course (one year) of medications is recommended for children who develop TB meningitis. Pediatric bacterial meningitis is a life-threatening illness that results from bacterial infection of the meninges and leaves some survivors with significant sequelae. Bacterial meningitis is usually more severe and may lead to long-term complications. This helps to ensure recovery and reduce the … Endorsed by Management of Bacterial Meningitis in Children and Young People Incorporates NICE Bacterial Meningitis and Meningococcal Septicaemia Guideline CG102. Prev Article Next Article . Nursing Management I wasted a ton of money on garbage 'stop snoring' products like mouth guards, … If only we knew about this 10 years ago! Meningitis is most often caused by a bacterial or viral infection that moves into the cerebral spinal fluid (CSF). Even after going home, it may be … What causes meningitis in a child? A child who has bacterial meningitis or is suspected to have bacterial meningitis is admitted to the hospital. Some children may have long-term problems with seizures, brain damage, hearing loss, and disability. Page 2 of 13 1. Notes. Management of Bacterial Meningitis in Children and Young People Incorporates NICE Bacterial Meningitis and Meningococcal Septicaemia Guideline CG102. Meningitis is a swelling (inflammation) of the thin membranes that cover the brain and the spinal cord. What are the possible complications of meningitis in a child? This article outlines the new NICE clinical guideline on the recognition and treatment of bacterial meningitis and meningococcal septicaemia in children and its relevance to and implications for nursing practice. … Encourage the parents to maintain appropriate activities to facilitate the growth and development of the child. Good luck! People with meningitis may need to stay in hospital for a few days, and in certain cases treatment may be needed for several weeks.