Pediatrics

Question 1

If a neonate presents with a history of subjective fever, but no fever in ED and well appearing, what should be done?

Answer 1

No labs are required

Question 2

What two vaccines have greatly reduced incidence of SBI?

Answer 2

1. H. influenza vaccine

2. Strep pneumo vaccine

Question 3

What three criteria help risk stratify neonates with possible SBI?

Answer 3

1. Rochester
2. Boston
3. Philadelphia

Question 4

How does ceftriaxone dosing change if meningitis is suspected?

Answer 4

Doubles

50mg/kg –> 100mg/kg

Question 5

In a sick neonate why as vanc given?

Answer 5

To cover for MRSA