Case of the Month #5 - Pneumococcal Meningitis

Published 03/02/2022

General Management

Assessment:

  • ABCDE approach
  • Identify abnormal neurology
  • Treat seizures as normal
  • Invasive ventilation for those with low GCS, uncontrolled seizures or another indication. (PPE for intubation if suspected meningococcal disease).