A 6-month-old infant is being transported after a fall from a significant height. The infant is presenting with irritability, vomiting, and a bulging fontanelle. Based on these symptoms, which condition is the infant most likely experiencing?
The presentation of irritability, vomiting, and a bulging fontanelle in an infant strongly suggests increased intracranial pressure (ICP). This is a critical condition often caused by head trauma, which requires immediate medical attention. Although dehydration can present with vomiting, it would not typically cause a bulging fontanelle. Meningitis could present with similar signs but less likely following a fall. Gastroenteritis usually presents with vomiting and diarrhea but does not cause a bulging fontanelle.
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