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Explain 'Explaining Big Hot Neck Stiffness'
Explanation: The mnemonic "Explaining Big Hot Neck Stiffness" can be used to remember the etiology of meningitis in different age groups. Each letter in the mnemonic corresponds to a specific pathogen associated with a particular age group.
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E.coli and Group B streptococcus are associated with infants
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Haemophilus influenzae is associated with kids
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Neisseria meningitides is associated with young adults
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Streptococcus pneumoniae is associated with older adults
This mnemonic can help healthcare professionals quickly recall the common pathogens responsible for meningitis in different age groups, which is important for accurate diagnosis and treatment.
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