A 19 year old college student develops bacterial meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitidis.
Which is the most likely preventive measure that should be taken for close contact?

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A 19 year old college student develops bacterial meningitis caused by Neisseria meningitidis. 
 Which is the most likely preventive measure that should be taken for close contact?

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Prophylactic administration of intravenous ceftriaxone for 5 days

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Immediate vaccination with conjugate pneumococcal vaccine

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Administration of rifampicin for 2 days

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Droplet precautions only

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Treatment with third-generation cephalosporin

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