Question

A 3-week-old newborn presents with poor feeding, lethargy, and a rectal temperature of 35.5°C. On exam, the baby is pale and hypotonic. According to CPS guidelines, what is the most appropriate management?

Accepted Answer

Full septic work-up and empiric IV antibiotics

Answer

Reassure and schedule outpatient follow-up

Answer

Give antipyretics and discharge

Answer

Perform only urinalysis and send home

Answer

Start oral antibiotics without investigations

Practice question

A 3-week-old newborn presents with poor feeding, lethargy, and a rectal temperature of 35.5°C. On exam, the baby is pale and hypotonic. According to CPS guidelines, what is the most appropriate management?