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Fever is an abnormal elevation in body temperature (≥38.0°C or 100°F) and is a sign of infection. It is one of the most common problems in infants and toddlers. Fever may indicate a mild,...
7 gru 2021 · This Guidelines summary includes recommendations for primary healthcare professionals on the assessment and management of fever in under 5s. Recommendations cover: using thermometers to detect fever; assessing the risk posed by fever upon a child; the traffic light system for identifying the risk of serious illness in a child with fever
23 lis 2016 · A study validates a systematic strategy to evaluate infants who present with fever.
7 lis 2024 · A review study recommends a variety of approaches to treat young children up to 36 months who present with a fever from an unidentifiable source. This article is intended for primary care clinicians, infectious disease specialists, and other specialists who care for infants and children with fever.
27 wrz 2024 · March 3, 2011 — Treatment of febrile children should focus on improving the child's comfort rather than bringing the temperature down to normal levels or preventing the onset of fever, according to a new clinical report issued by the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP).
19 lip 2021 · For well-appearing febrile infants 8-21 days old, the CPG recommends a complete IBI evaluation that includes urine, blood, and cerebral spinal fluid (CSF) for culture, approaching all infants in...
24 mar 2020 · Participants were asked to choose their preferred option of several hypothetical management scenarios, with differing levels of visit time, out-of-pocket costs, antibiotic prescribing, HCP grade and pain/discomfort from investigations.
