Question

A 6-month-old infant presents with a 3-day history of fever (38.8°C), poor feeding, and irritability. Urine dipstick performed via a clean catch sample shows: Leukocytes +++, Nitrites ++. What is the most appropriate next step in management according to NICE NG143?

Accepted Answer

Send urine for microscopy and culture, and start empirical oral co-amoxiclav

Answer

Start empirical oral trimethoprim

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Start empirical oral nitrofurantoin

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Send urine for microscopy and culture and await results before treating

Answer

Admit for IV antibiotics

Practice question

A 6-month-old infant presents with a 3-day history of fever (38.8°C), poor feeding, and irritability. Urine dipstick performed via a clean catch sample shows: Leukocytes +++, Nitrites ++. What is the most appropriate next step in management according to NICE NG143?