Question

A 28-day-old well-appearing febrile infant (38.4°C) has normal exam and reassuring labs meeting low-risk criteria. Which management aligns with AAP guidance for 29-60 days?

Accepted Answer

Consider outpatient management with close follow-up if all low-risk criteria met

Answer

Admit all 29-60 day-olds for full sepsis workup and IV antibiotics

Answer

No blood or urine testing needed

Answer

Lumbar puncture mandatory in all

Answer

Discharge without return precautions

Practice question

A 28-day-old well-appearing febrile infant (38.4°C) has normal exam and reassuring labs meeting low-risk criteria. Which management aligns with AAP guidance for 29-60 days?