A 7-week-old well-appearing term infant has rectal temp 101.9°F (38.8°C). UA normal, procalcitonin low, ANC 3,000/µL, blood culture pending. Per AAP 8...

Question

A 7-week-old well-appearing term infant has rectal temp 101.9°F (38.8°C). UA normal, procalcitonin low, ANC 3,000/µL, blood culture pending. Per AAP 8-60 day guideline, appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Outpatient management without LP if low-risk labs and reliable follow-up

Answer

Mandatory LP and IV antibiotics for all 8-60 days

Answer

Discharge without any testing

Answer

Admit all infants

Answer

Treat with oral antibiotics for 10 days

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A 7-week-old well-appearing term infant has rectal temp 101.9°F (38.8°C). UA normal, procalcitonin low, ANC 3,000/µL, blood culture pending. Per AAP 8-60 day guideline, appropriate management?