Abstract

Bacterial meningitis is a seasonal epidemic which represents a serious public health problem. Morbidity rates are high with peak mortality rates of 50%. Nurses' perspectives on the implications for its spread was explored to determine response strategies and implications for care.

Description

45th Biennial Convention 2019 Theme: Connect. Collaborate. Catalyze.

Author Details

Gloria Achempim-Ansong, SN (1); Linda Norman (2); Lydia Aziato (2); Gladys Dzansi (2); (1) Department of Adult Health, school of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana; (2) Department of Adult Health, School of Nursing and Midwifery, University of Ghana, ACCRA, Ghana

Lead Author Affiliation

University of Ghana, Accra, Ghana

Type

Poster

Format Type

Text-based Document

Study Design/Type

N/A

Research Approach

N/A

Keywords:

Infectious Disease Management, Meningitis, Nursing Care

Conference Name

45th Biennial Convention

Conference Host

Sigma Theta Tau International

Conference Location

Washington, DC, USA

Conference Year

2019

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Emergence of bacterial meningitis in Ghana: Implications for nursing care

Washington, DC, USA

Bacterial meningitis is a seasonal epidemic which represents a serious public health problem. Morbidity rates are high with peak mortality rates of 50%. Nurses' perspectives on the implications for its spread was explored to determine response strategies and implications for care.