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Nuchal rigidity means that the back of the neck is stiff . The person can not bend their head forward. This is often a sign of meningitis. The fever also gives a clue to an infection as it goes with the other sign. The rigidity can be seem with hemorrhage in the meninges and could be found in an accident victim.
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∙ 12y agoStiffness in the nape of the neck. This is often associated with meningitis.
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What should a nurse due when a child has nuchal rigidity and fever?
administer Tylenol
What should a nurse do when a child exhibits nuchal rigidity?
tylenol
Interventions for nuchal rigidity in children?
Notify doctor of symtoms
What is stiff neck associated with meningitis called?
nuchal rigidity
What is the medical term meaning the neck resists bending forward or sideways?
nuchal rigidity
A 14-year-old boy has just been admitted with symptoms of meningitis nuchal rigidity fever vomiting and lethargy The nurse knows to expect to prepare for the following test?
Prepare for lumbar puncture
What does nuchal mean?
Nuchal means pertaining to the back of the neck.
What does the nuchal do in a human body?
The nuchal is a term used to refer to the nape or back of the neck in a human body. It primarily provides support and flexibility to the head and allows for movements such as nodding and rotating. Additionally, the nuchal region houses important structures like the nuchal ligament and the occipital lymph nodes.
What is it when your neck get stiff?
Most commonly, when there is some dislocation of some joint of the vertebra, the neck muscles go in severe spasm. You call this condition as stiff neck.
Where is the nuchal ligament located in miniature donkeys?
The nuchal ligament is also referred to as the "paddywhack" in animals. This tendon is located in the midline of the neck.
What animals do not have a nuchal ligament?
Cats and pigs don't have a nuchal ligament. The nuchal ligament is an adaptation common in fast running animals (to keep the head study while running) as well as to support longer necks. Humans and horses have nuchal ligament
What are the symptoms of Empyema of the gallbladder?
Empyema of the gallbladder is marked by intense pain on the upper right side of the abdomen, high fever, and rigidity of the muscles over the infected area
