The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with meningitis. Which collaborative intervention should be included in the plan of care? 1. Administer antibiotics. 2. Obtain a sputum culture. 3. Monitor...

The nurse is caring for a client diagnosed with meningitis. Which collaborative intervention should be included in the plan of care?

1. Administer antibiotics.

2. Obtain a sputum culture.

3. Monitor the pulse oximeter.

4. Assess intake and output.

The 29-year-old client is admitted to the medical floor diagnosed with meningitis. Which assessment by the nurse has priority?

1. Assess lung sounds.

2. Assess the six cardinal fields of gaze.

3. Assess apical pulse.

4. Assess level of consciousness.