Question

A 2-week-old term infant is well-appearing with rectal temp 38.4°C (101.1°F). According to AAP guidance for 8-60 days, which approach is appropriate?

Accepted Answer

Full sepsis evaluation including blood, urine, and CSF with empiric antibiotics and admission

Answer

Outpatient management with no labs

Answer

Urinalysis only; no cultures

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Blood culture only and discharge

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CXR and discharge

Practice question

A 2-week-old term infant is well-appearing with rectal temp 38.4°C (101.1°F). According to AAP guidance for 8-60 days, which approach is appropriate?