feverish child Flashcards
1
Q
fever in a child - defined as?
A
a child with a temp of over 38
2
Q
management of low risk fever in a child?
A
paracetamol
ibuprofen up to 4 times a day
3
Q
what are signs of dehydration ?
A
dry mouth, absent tears, sunken fontanelle
4
Q
in management of high risk fever, what should be given before transfer IM if you suspect meningococcal disease
A
benzylpenicillin IM
5
Q
likely investigations in secondary care?
A
FBC, CRP, U and E, culture, glucose, meningococcal PCR
