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Chapter12
Fever in Children
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09/28/2011

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Gold standard for temperature taking in kids < 5?
Definition
Rectal
Term
Gold standard in taking temperature in kids > 5?
Definition
Oral
Term
At what temp is bacteremia most likely cause of fever?
Definition
> 41.1 Celc
Term
What drugs are recommended for use in children for fever?

What is NOT recommended for under age 15 due to risk of reyes syndrome?
Definition
Ibuprofen and APAP are recommended

ASA is NOT recommended due to risk of Reyes syndrome in children under age 15
Term
APAP or Ibuprofen dosing in children based on?
Definition
WEIGHT
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