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ModeratePaediatricsFeverish child – traffic light systemuk-plab-1

A 5-year-old boy presents with fever of 38.7°C, tachycardia and tachypnoea. Examination shows normal capillary refill, good activity and no focal signs. Using the NICE ‘traffic light’ system for feverish children, his features place him in the amber category. What is the most appropriate management?

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