<prompt> What are the complications of meningitis in a childArachinioditsMental retardationStatus epilepticusSensorineural hearing loss  <response>: Complications such as the following can develop during the course of meningitis: Disseminated intravascular coagulation DIC; blood-clotting disorder Encephalitis. Persistent fever. Seizures. Syndrome of inappropriate antidiuretic hormone SIADH; causes fluid build-up Reference: GHAI Essential pediatrics, 8th edition 