A 4-week-old febrile neonate (temperature 38.5 °C) presents to the emergency department. He appears well but has no obvious source of infection. Accor...

Question

A 4-week-old febrile neonate (temperature 38.5 °C) presents to the emergency department. He appears well but has no obvious source of infection. According to RCH febrile child guidelines, what is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Full septic workup and admission for IV antibiotics

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Discharge with safety-net advice and review in 24 hours

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Urine sample only and oral antibiotics

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Blood culture only and oral antibiotics

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Lumbar puncture only and discharge if normal

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Fever in neonate

A 4-week-old febrile neonate (temperature 38.5 °C) presents to the emergency department. He appears well but has no obvious source of infection. According to RCH febrile child guidelines, what is the most appropriate management?