A one-week-old baby develops nuchal rigidity and fever. A lumbar puncture is performed and the cerebrospinal fluid demonstrates large numbers of neutrophils. Which of the following is the most likely causative agent?
A one-week-old baby develops nuchal rigidity and fever. A lumbar puncture is performed and the cerebrospinal fluid demonstrates large numbers of neutrophils. Which of the following is the most likely causative agent?
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A one-week-old baby develops nuchal rigidity and fever. A lumbar puncture is performed and the cerebrospinal fluid demonstrates large numbers of neutrophils. Which of the following is the most likely causative agent?
β Correct Answer: B. Escherichia coli
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