Question

A 71-year-old with suspected bacterial meningitis is immunocompromised. What is the correct initial imaging/action sequence?

Accepted Answer

Head CT first, then antibiotics immediately, then LP when feasible

Answer

LP immediately then antibiotics

Answer

Head CT first, then antibiotics, then LP

Answer

Await MRI then treat

Answer

Antibiotics only after CSF cultures return

Practice question

A 71-year-old with suspected bacterial meningitis is immunocompromised. What is the correct initial imaging/action sequence?