A 2-month-old boy arrives as ESI 2 with fever of 38.6 C and decreased feeding. HR 178, RR 42, BP 82/44. He appears ill and has mottled skin; no

Question

A 2-month-old boy arrives as ESI 2 with fever of 38.6 C and decreased feeding. HR 178, RR 42, BP 82/44. He appears ill and has mottled skin; no source is found. Which of the following is the most appropriate disposition?

Accepted Answer

Hospital admission for sepsis evaluation and empiric IV antibiotics

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Home observation without testing

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Discharge with antipyretics after viral testing

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Outpatient oral amoxicillin

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Routine clinic follow-up

Febrile young infant — ABEM Board MCQ

A 2-month-old boy arrives as ESI 2 with fever of 38.6 C and decreased feeding. HR 178, RR 42, BP 82/44. He appears ill and has mottled skin; no source is found. Which of the following is the most appropriate disposition?