Question

A 36-year-old presents with suspected meningococcal meningitis in primary care (fever, rash, neck stiffness). What should be given before urgent transfer if feasible?

Accepted Answer

IM benzylpenicillin

Answer

Oral amoxicillin

Answer

No antibiotics before hospital

Answer

IV ceftriaxone in GP

Answer

Oral clarithromycin

Practice question

A 36-year-old presents with suspected meningococcal meningitis in primary care (fever, rash, neck stiffness). What should be given before urgent transfer if feasible?