Posted: June 26th, 2017

A 2-month old infant was brought to the health center for immunization. During assessment, the infant’s temperature registered at 38.1

A 2-month old infant was brought to the health center for immunization. During assessment, the infant’s temperature registered at 38.1 C. Which is the best course of action that you will take?

A. Go on with the infants immunization
B. Give paracetamol and wait for his fever to subside
C. Refer the infant to the physician for further assessment