Meningitis(Medical Intervention Assignment)

Meningitis can physically affect a person because it is an infection in the brain and spinal cord, it can cause vomiting, neck stiffness, sensitivity to light, severe headache, and chage in mental status. Meningitis is considered to be a medical emergency and should be treated immediately. If it's not it can cause death. In the brain and spinal cord there is a membrane covering called the meninges. Meningitis relates to this because it is immflamation of the Meninges. If meningitis is suspected the first thing the doctor will do is order a spinal tap to collect fluid and run test. This will show if bacteria is present and any immflamation. Most people will be hospitalized but some are allowed to recover at home if they aren't to sick. Rest, fluids, and over the counter pain medication is usually the treatment for those infected. To prevent the spread of the disease in an affected area people should just be careful and not share any utensils or anything with other people and wash their hands regular.