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Brudzinski’s Sign in Meningitis (first described in 19th century by Dr. Josef Brudzinski)

Brudzinski's sign is characterized
Passive neck flexion ... an involuntary reflex ... , it has low sensitivity ... Clinical #Video #PhysicalExam ... #Pediatrics #Peds
Diagnostic Testing for Meningitis
History:
 • Triad: Fever, neck stiffness, and altered mental status
 • Sens: 44%
for Meningitis ... Spec: 95% Nuchal Rigidity ... BostonChiefs #Meningitis ... #physicalexam # ... Sensitivity #Specificity
Newborn Infant - Routine Examination

Birthweight, gestational age and birthweight percentile are noted.
General observation Of the baby's
Newborn Infant - ... a late sign of meningitis ... #Newborn #Infant ... #PhysicalExam # ... Examination #Peds