A 38-year-old man from Delhi presents to the emergency department with acute onset of severe headache, fever (39.2°C), and right-sided ophthalmoplegia affecting CN III, IV, and VI. On examination, he has proptosis, chemosis, and ophthalmoplegia. Blood cultures are pending. What is the most appropriate immediate next step in management?

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