Question

A well-appearing 45-day-old infant presents with fever 38.6°C (101.5°F). No focal source; exam reassuring. Per AAP 2021, which workup is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Urinalysis and urine culture; blood culture; inflammatory markers with selective LP

Answer

Immediate LP and IV antibiotics for all 29-60 days

Answer

CXR for all febrile infants

Answer

No labs if well appearing

Answer

Rapid viral testing alone determines disposition

Practice question

A well-appearing 45-day-old infant presents with fever 38.6°C (101.5°F). No focal source; exam reassuring. Per AAP 2021, which workup is appropriate?