This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: Central Nervous system, Subject name: Pediatrics
Residual auditory defect is a common complication in meningitis caused by 
Select and explain. 
A. Staphylococcus, B. Meningococcus, C. Escherichia coli, D. Haemophilus influenzae
D: Haemophilus influenzae
Answer: D: Haemophilus influenzae 
Explanation: Residual auditory defect is caused by Haemophilus meningitis .so BERA is the investigation of choice done in them. Reference: GHAI Essential pediatrics, 8th edition