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Evaluate adherence to fever management guidelines in infants under 90 days in rural hospitals.

Management of Febrile Infants in a Rural Hospital: Comparison to Clinical Guidelines

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Evaluate adherence to fever management guidelines in infants under 90 days in rural hospitals.
Retrospective observational study design
Conducted at Wagga Wagga Base Hospital, NSW, Australia
134 febrile infants aged 0–90 days were assessed
Analyzed blood tests, cultures, and time to antibiotic administration
Compared level 1–2 rural hospitals to level 4 hospitals.
79% adherence for blood tests and blood cultures
76% for urine cultures and 83% for antibiotics
Lower adherence for lumbar punctures at 56%
Higher CRP levels in infants with serious bacterial infections
Investigations were similarly thorough across hospital levels.

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Retrospective observational study highlights guidelines adherence for febrile infants, suggesting improvement in lumbar puncture practices.

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Retrospective observational study highlights guidelines adherence for febrile infants, suggesting improvement in lumbar puncture practices.