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ModerateInfectious DiseasesSuspected meningococcal septicaemiauk-plab-1

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?

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