19 | Fever Management in Children 3-36 Months: An Evidence-Based Approach with Andrea Perkins PA-C

Fever Management in Children 3-36 Months: An Evidence-Based Approach Join host Toni Dobson and guest Andrea Perkins, PA-C, as they dive deep into the evidence-based management of fever in otherwise healthy children aged 3-36 months. This comprehensive episode covers everything from basic fever physiology to algorithmic approaches for both vaccinated and unvaccinated children. Key Topics Covered: Defining fever and understanding the pathophysiology The critical difference between fever and hyperthermia Vaccination status and risk stratification Comprehensive physical exam pearls Evidence-based algorithms for immunized vs. unimmunized children UTI risk assessment and when to obtain urine samples Laboratory workup guidelines based on vaccination status Fever management strategies and parent education Addressing fever phobia in families Resources: UTI Calculator: www.uticalc.com UpToDate management guidelines: UpToDate Link Andrea's algorithm: Link to Algorithm Next Episode: Dr. Margaret Wang joins us to discuss the return of vaccine-preventable illnesses and how we can prepare. 📺YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PEMChatt 🟢Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6oaYDeq5AXIZGxBvEIxaTs 🍎 Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pem-chatt/id1806882767