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