A 10 month old infant presents with fever, poor feeding and lethargy. Examination shows grunting, mottled skin and capillary refill of 4 seconds. What...

Question

A 10 month old infant presents with fever, poor feeding and lethargy. Examination shows grunting, mottled skin and capillary refill of 4 seconds. What is the most appropriate immediate action in the emergency department?

Accepted Answer

Urgent senior review and treatment for suspected sepsis

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Give paracetamol and recheck in 4 hours

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Request routine blood tests and await results

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Discharge with advice if parents are reliable

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Arrange outpatient paediatric clinic review

uk-plab-1 MCQ (SBA): Paediatric sepsis

A 10 month old infant presents with fever, poor feeding and lethargy. Examination shows grunting, mottled skin and capillary refill of 4 seconds. What is the most appropriate immediate action in the emergency department?