Practice Question
The nurse assesses a patient who potentially may have meningitis. The patient demonstrates a positive Brudzinski's sign with which changes in position.
Answer Choices:
Correct Answer:
Flexion of the neck causes flexion of the hips and knees.
Rationale:
♦ A positive Brudzinski's sign indicates meningeal irritation, often from meningitis.
♦ When the neck is flexed, the body reflexively draws knees upward to reduce spinal strain.
♦ This involuntary movement reflects protective neuromuscular response.
♦ It helps differentiate meningitis from other neurologic conditions.
♦ This sign is paired with Kernig’s sign for comprehensive meningeal assessment.
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Question Details
- Category: RN Nursing Exam(s)
- Subcategory: General Exams
- Domain: Medical-surgical📚
- Answer Choices: 4
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