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EasyEmergencyMeningococcal septicaemiauk-plab-1

A 19-year-old student suddenly develops fever, petechial rash, tachycardia, and hypotension at the GP surgery. Meningococcal septicaemia is suspected. What is the most appropriate immediate action before transfer to hospital?

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