Question

A 6-month-old infant presents with a fever of 39.0°C, irritability, and poor feeding. There are no clear localizing signs. According to the NICE traffic light system for assessing fever in children under 5, how should this child be categorized?

Accepted Answer

Amber (Intermediate risk)

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Green (Low risk)

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Red (High risk)

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Requires immediate life support

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Not applicable to this age group

Practice question

A 6-month-old infant presents with a fever of 39.0°C, irritability, and poor feeding. There are no clear localizing signs. According to the NICE traffic light system for assessing fever in children under 5, how should this child be categorized?