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Pediatrics Neonatal sepsis 60b53f73

A term neonate is brought to the pediatric emergency with a history of not feeding well for last 6 hours. On probing, there was a history suggestive of chorioamnionitis and premature rupture of membrane in the mother. Which of the following should be the best approach to manage this baby?

A
Sta IV antibiotics immediately, after taking a sample for blood culture.
B
Sta oral antibiotics and monitor for worsening of clinical condition
C
Reassure and do nothing
D
Monitor the baby and sta IV fluids only
High-Yield Explanation
Perinatal risk factor + sepsis symptoms in baby- Sta IV antibiotics immediately, after taking a sample for blood culture

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