A 20-year-old university student suddenly develops headache, neck stiffness, and a petechial rash. Meningococcal disease is suspected. According to NI...

Question

A 20-year-old university student suddenly develops headache, neck stiffness, and a petechial rash. Meningococcal disease is suspected. According to NICE, what is the immediate management step in primary care if meningococcal meningitis is suspected?

Accepted Answer

Give intramuscular benzylpenicillin (if no contraindications) before transfer

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Send to A&E without intervention

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Obtain a CT scan first

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Perform a lumbar puncture in clinic

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Start IV fluids only

NICE MCQ (SBA): Meningococcal Disease

A 20-year-old university student suddenly develops headache, neck stiffness, and a petechial rash. Meningococcal disease is suspected. According to NICE, what is the immediate management step in primary care if meningococcal meningitis is suspected?