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A 59-year-old woman receiving chemotherapy for acute myeloid leukaemia presents with fever 38.5°C and chills. Her neutrophil count is 0.2 ×10⁹/L. She appears stable and has no localising signs. According to Canadian guidelines, what is the most appropriate immediate management?

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