Febrile Neutropenia Door-to-Antibiotic — RACP Paediatrics MCQ

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EasyHaematology & OncologyFebrile Neutropenia Door-to-AntibioticRACP Paediatrics

ALL on chemo: fever 39°C, ANC 0.3. Most important initial action?

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Correct answer: A — Blood cultures and IV antibiotics within 60 minutes

Febrile neutropenia = medical emergency. Blood cultures + empirical IV antibiotics within 60 min.

Reference: RCH Melbourne – 2024