What cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) analysis should the nurse expect with viral meningitis? (Select all that apply.)
A) Color is turbid.
B) Protein count is normal.
C) Glucose is decreased.
D) Gram stain findings are negative.
E) White blood cell (WBC) count is slightly elevated.

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The CSF analysis in viral meningitis shows a normal or slightly elevated protein count, negative Gram stain, and a slightly elevated WBC. The color is clear or slightly cloudy, and the glucose level is normal.

What Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF) Analysis Should the Nurse Expect with Viral