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A 5-mоnth-оld mаle is brоught to the ED by pаrаmedics after his mother found him having a seizure involving all 4 limbs. His mother tells you that he was born full term without any complications and has been well until two days ago when he developed a fever. He vomited multiple times yesterday and was irritable. He has not had diarrhea or cough. He was given antipyretic medication for his fever. He has no known allergies. His immunizations are up-to-date. His developmental milestones have been in accordance with his age. On physical examination, T: 102.7ºF, HR: 154/min, BP: 90/50 mmHg RR 20/min. He is lethargic, pale, and focal neurological deficits are present. His anterior fontanel is bulging. You suspect that he has bacterial meningitis. After drawing blood for laboratory testing and blood cultures, which of the following interventions is the most appropriate next step in the management of this patient?