A 5-year-old child presents with fever (39.0 °C) and lethargy. On examination, he appears well perfused, alert and interactive, with no focal signs an...

Question

A 5-year-old child presents with fever (39.0 °C) and lethargy. On examination, he appears well perfused, alert and interactive, with no focal signs and normal vital signs apart from fever. According to RCH febrile child guidance, which factor would most strongly support safe discharge with GP review rather than admission?

Accepted Answer

Well appearance with normal observations and reliable follow-up

Answer

Fever persisting beyond 7 days with no focus

Answer

Presence of a non-blanching petechial rash

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Age less than 28 days

Answer

Parental concern that the child is getting worse

au-amc MCQ (SBA): Fever in children