A 24-year-old with fever 102.4°F and pharyngitis tests positive for influenza B on day 4 of symptoms; otherwise healthy outpatient. What does CDC advi...

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A 24-year-old with fever 102.4°F and pharyngitis tests positive for influenza B on day 4 of symptoms; otherwise healthy outpatient. What does CDC advise?

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Consider antivirals based on clinical judgment; benefit greatest earlier

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No antivirals beyond 48 hours

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Start empiric antibiotics

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Oseltamivir contraindicated in influenza B

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IV peramivir mandatory

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A 24-year-old with fever 102.4°F and pharyngitis tests positive for influenza B on day 4 of symptoms; otherwise healthy outpatient. What does CDC advise?