John is a college student living in a dormitory. He comes to the clinic complaining of a headache and confusion. John is found to have a fever of 102°F. This information is most consistent with

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John's symptoms (headache, confusion, fever) are indicative of an infection in the central nervous system. Meningitis is an inflammation of the protective membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord, usually caused by a bacterial or viral infection. Encephalitis is also an inflammation of the brain, but typically presents with additional symptoms such as seizures or a change in behavior. Skull fracture and cerebral ischemia would not typically present with a fever.

John Is a College Student Living in a Dormitory