A 21 year old student presents with fever, headache and photophobia. On examination he has a non blanching purpuric rash on the trunk and neck. What i...

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A 21 year old student presents with fever, headache and photophobia. On examination he has a non blanching purpuric rash on the trunk and neck. What is the single most important immediate action in primary care before transfer to hospital?

Accepted Answer

Give intramuscular Benzylpenicillin and arrange urgent transfer

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Give oral paracetamol and observe

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Await urgent blood tests before treatment

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Start oral Amoxicillin and review tomorrow

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Advise bed rest at home and fluids

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A 21 year old student presents with fever, headache and photophobia. On examination he has a non blanching purpuric rash on the trunk and neck. What is the single most important immediate action in primary care before transfer to hospital?