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NCLEX-RN Exam - Question 36


One of the most dramatic and serious complications associated with bacterial meningitis is Waterhouse- Friderichsen syndrome, which is:

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Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome is a rare but severe complication of bacterial meningitis that involves adrenal gland failure due to bleeding into the adrenal glands. This condition leads to peripheral circulatory collapse, septic shock, and disseminated intravascular coagulation, which can ultimately result in death if not promptly treated. Therefore, the most accurate description from the given options is peripheral circulatory collapse.

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gandangOption: A
Jul 12, 2021

A is the answer

HusseinKeyowOption: B
Aug 13, 2023

Answer B

Sami_12Option: A
Sep 1, 2023

Answer A

karigOption: A
Sep 6, 2023

Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome is peripheral circulatory collapse, which may result in extensive and diffuse intravascular coagulation and thrombocytopenia resulting in death

missysheloOption: A
Sep 28, 2023

Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome - massive bleeding - peripheral circulatory - collapse

CrysieOption: C
Oct 17, 2023

Answer - c

Pom_24Option: A
Feb 22, 2024

Answer A

Jasmine_Michelle_Santos
Jul 9, 2024

Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome is a rare condition in which blood vessels in your adrenal glands rupture. The most common cause of Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome is an infection. Without immediate treatment, Waterhouse-Friderichsen syndrome is fatal. Treatment includes antibiotics to treat the infection and hormone medications. You may also need surgery to repair your adrenal glands.