59. A 1-year-old infant is admitted with bacterial meningitis. What urgent medicinal intervention is critical once the diagnosis is made or highly suspected?
A.
Antihistamines.
B.
Immediate initiation of broad-spectrum intravenous (IV) antibiotics.
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C.
Oral pain relievers.
D.
Antifungal medications.
📖 Additional Information
Antihistamines.
Immediate initiation of broad-spectrum intravenous (IV) antibiotics.