1 Day Of Fever in Medicine / Internal Medicine — 22yo Man | Infectious Diseases | SMLE Q#18319

SMLE Question #18319

Medicine / Internal Medicine Infectious Diseases

Objective: OBJ-349

Last updated: February 2026
A 22-year-old man presents to the emergency department with 1 day of fever, severe headache, photophobia, and neck stiffness. He is confused but arousable. Lumbar puncture is performed; CSF results are available and culture is pending. Which of the following is the most appropriate intravenous treatment option?

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